One-Pot Chicken and Vegetable Stir Fry with Garlic Soy Glaze

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A quick and vibrant stir fry combining tender chicken with fresh vegetables in a savory garlic soy sauce. This asian-inspired stir fry (gluten free) ready in about 28 minutes pairs broccoli florets, medium, julienned carrot, minced garlic cloves for a weeknight-friendly dinner that comes together with one pan and minimal cleanup. Each serving lands at about 320 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.

★ 4.3 (9 ratings) Prep: 10 min Cook: 18 min Serves 4 Asian cuisine 320 cal/serving
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Ingredients

Instructions

  1. Step 1: Heat 2 tbsp vegetable oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat. Add 1 lb thinly sliced boneless skinless chicken breast and cook for 5-6 minutes, stirring frequently until the chicken is cooked through and lightly browned.
  2. Step 2: Add 4 minced garlic cloves to the skillet and sauté with the chicken for 30 seconds until fragrant, being careful not to burn the garlic.
  3. Step 3: Stir in 2 cups broccoli florets, 1 medium julienned carrot, and 1 medium sliced red bell pepper. Cook for 4-5 minutes until vegetables are tender-crisp.
  4. Step 4: In a small bowl, whisk together 1/4 cup soy sauce, 1 tsp cornstarch, and 1/4 cup water until smooth. Pour this mixture over the chicken and vegetables.
  5. Step 5: Add 2 tbsp sesame oil and stir everything together. Cook for an additional 2-3 minutes until the sauce thickens and coats the chicken and vegetables evenly.
  6. Step 6: Remove from heat and garnish with 2 sliced green onions and 1 tbsp toasted sesame seeds before serving.

Frequently asked questions

How long does One-Pot Chicken and Vegetable Stir Fry with Garlic Soy Glaze take to make?

Total time is about 28 minutes (10 min prep + 18 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-Pot Chicken and Vegetable Stir Fry with Garlic Soy Glaze?

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 broccoli florets from drying out.

Can I substitute ingredients in One-Pot Chicken and Vegetable Stir Fry with Garlic Soy Glaze?

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-Pot Chicken and Vegetable Stir Fry with Garlic Soy Glaze 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.

Is One-Pot Chicken and Vegetable Stir Fry with Garlic Soy Glaze gluten free?

Yes — this recipe is tagged gluten free based on its ingredient list. Always cross-check labels for packaged ingredients (sauces, broths, condiments) since formulations vary by brand.

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