One-Pan Chicken & Broccoli Stir-Fry

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Tender chicken breasts and crisp broccoli mingle in a savory soy-ginger glaze, all cooked in a single skillet for quick, flavorful weeknight meals. This asian-inspired quick meals ready in about 40 minutes pairs (boneless, skinless) chicken breasts, heads (cut into florets) broccoli, large (sliced) bell peppers for a weeknight-friendly dinner that comes together with one pan and minimal cleanup. Each serving lands at about 380 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.

★ 3.5 (8 ratings) Prep: 15 min Cook: 25 min Serves 4 Asian cuisine 380 cal/serving
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Ingredients

Instructions

  1. Step 1: Heat 2 tbsp olive oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat. Add 4 chicken breasts and cook for 5-6 minutes per side until golden and cooked through, then remove and set aside.
  2. Step 2: In the same skillet, add 1 tbsp olive oil and sauté 3 minced garlic cloves and 1 tbsp grated ginger for 30 seconds until fragrant. Stir in 3 tbsp soy sauce and 1 tbsp rice vinegar, simmering for 1 minute.
  3. Step 3: Add 2 heads of broccoli florets and 1 large sliced bell pepper. Cook for 5-7 minutes until the broccoli is tender-crisp and the vegetables are slightly charred.
  4. Step 4: Return chicken to the skillet, tossing to coat in the sauce. Cook for 2-3 minutes until heated through. Sprinkle with 1 tbsp sesame seeds and serve.

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Frequently asked questions

How long does One-Pan Chicken & Broccoli Stir-Fry take to make?

Total time is about 40 minutes (15 min prep + 25 min cook). Most home cooks find this fits comfortably into a weeknight; double the batch on Sunday for two dinners.

How do I store leftover One-Pan Chicken & Broccoli Stir-Fry?

Cool to room temperature within 2 hours, then store in an airtight container in the fridge for up to 4 days. Reheat covered in a 350°F oven for 10-12 minutes, or microwave at 70% power in 60-second bursts to keep large (sliced) bell peppers from drying out.

Can I substitute ingredients in One-Pan Chicken & Broccoli Stir-Fry?

Yes — most ingredients in this recipe have flexible swaps. For oil, use any neutral high-smoke-point oil (avocado, grapeseed, refined coconut). For aromatics, dried herbs at ⅓ the volume of fresh work in a pinch. The full ingredient list is shoppable on Instacart so you can see substitutes in real time.

How do I scale One-Pan Chicken & Broccoli Stir-Fry for a different number of people?

The recipe is written for 4 servings. Multiply each ingredient by (your serving target / 4). Cook time stays roughly the same up to 2x; for 3-4x batches, switch from a skillet to a sheet pan or stockpot so the food isn't crowded — overcrowding steams instead of browns.

What goes well with One-Pan Chicken & Broccoli Stir-Fry?

Asian quick meals like this pair well with a simple grain (rice, couscous, or crusty bread), a quick salad with acid (lemon vinaigrette, pickled onions), and a pan sauce or yogurt-based dip. Tap "Plan a meal with the AI" to get specific side suggestions.

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