Ninja Course-Inspired Spicy Peanut Chicken Stir-Fry

By AislePrompt Editorial · Published 2026-05-29 · Updated 2026-05-29

Tender chicken breast stir-fried with crisp vegetables in a spicy, creamy peanut sauce, inspired by the energy and thrill of ninja courses. This Asian Fusion-inspired stir-fry recipe, ready in about 30 minutes, pairs chicken breast, red bell pepper, broccoli florets for a weeknight-friendly dinner that comes together with one pan and minimal cleanup. Each serving lands at about 420 calories and feeds 4, so it slots cleanly into a weekly meal plan and pairs well with a quick salad or grain on the side. Tap "Plan a meal with the AI" below to drop this recipe into your week and send the ingredients straight to Instacart. Nutrition values are approximate, calculated from USDA FoodData Central (fdc.nal.usda.gov) — verify against ingredient labels for any health-driven dietary plan.

Ingredients

• 1 lb, thinly sliced into bite-sized strips chicken breast
• 1 medium, sliced into thin strips red bell pepper
• 2 cups broccoli florets
• 1 large, julienned carrot
• 3 cloves, minced garlic cloves
• 1 tbsp, finely grated ginger
• 3 tbsp, smooth peanut butter
• 3 tbsp soy sauce
• 1 tbsp (adjust to taste) sriracha
• 1 tbsp lime juice
• 2 tbsp vegetable oil
• 1/4 cup water
• 2 tbsp, for garnish chopped peanuts
• 2 stalks, sliced thin green onions

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Instructions

1. Step 1: Heat 2 tbsp vegetable oil in a large wok or skillet over medium-high heat until shimmering. Add 1 lb thinly sliced chicken breast strips and stir-fry for 5-6 minutes until cooked through and lightly browned.
2. Step 2: Add 3 minced garlic cloves, 1 tbsp grated ginger, 1 medium sliced red bell pepper, 2 cups broccoli florets, and 1 large julienned carrot to the wok. Stir-fry for 4-5 minutes until vegetables are crisp-tender.
3. Step 3: In a small bowl, whisk together 3 tbsp smooth peanut butter, 3 tbsp soy sauce, 1 tbsp sriracha, 1 tbsp lime juice, and 1/4 cup water until smooth and creamy.
4. Step 4: Pour the peanut sauce over the chicken and vegetables in the wok. Toss continuously for 2-3 minutes until the sauce thickens slightly and evenly coats everything.
5. Step 5: Remove from heat and garnish with 2 sliced green onions and 2 tbsp chopped peanuts before serving hot.