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

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A colorful and nutritious chicken stir fry featuring crisp vegetables coated in a savory sesame soy glaze, cooked quickly in one pot. This asian fusion-inspired chicken ready in about 30 minutes pairs boneless skinless chicken breast, soy sauce, sesame oil 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. Nutrition values are approximate, calculated from USDA FoodData Central (fdc.nal.usda.gov) — verify against ingredient labels for any health-driven dietary plan.

Prep: 15 min Cook: 15 min Serves 4 Asian Fusion cuisine 320 cal/serving
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Instructions

  1. Step 1: Slice 1 lb boneless skinless chicken breast into thin strips about 1/2-inch thick.
  2. Step 2: Heat 2 tbsp vegetable oil in a large skillet or wok over medium-high heat until shimmering. Add the chicken strips and cook for 5-6 minutes, stirring frequently, until golden brown and cooked through.
  3. Step 3: Add 3 minced garlic cloves and 1 tbsp grated fresh ginger to the pan, sauté for 30 seconds until fragrant but not burnt.
  4. Step 4: Stir in 2 cups broccoli florets, 1 cup sliced red bell pepper, and 1 cup shredded carrots. Cook for 4-5 minutes until vegetables are tender-crisp.
  5. Step 5: In a small bowl, whisk together 3 tbsp soy sauce, 2 tbsp sesame oil, 1 tsp cornstarch, and 1/4 cup water until smooth.
  6. Step 6: Pour the sauce over the stir fry and stir continuously for 2 minutes until the sauce thickens and evenly coats the chicken and vegetables.
  7. Step 7: Remove from heat and sprinkle 1/2 cup sliced green onions and 1 tbsp toasted sesame seeds over the top before serving.

Frequently asked questions

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

Total time is about 30 minutes (15 min prep + 15 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 Sesame 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 soy sauce from drying out.

Can I substitute ingredients in One-Pot Chicken and Vegetable Stir Fry with Sesame 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 Sesame 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.

What goes well with One-Pot Chicken and Vegetable Stir Fry with Sesame Soy Glaze?

Asian Fusion chicken 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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