Pinch-Spiced Chicken Stir Fry with Bell Peppers

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A vibrant stir fry featuring tender chicken breast tossed with colorful bell peppers and a pinch of warming spices for a quick, flavorful dinner. This asian-inspired stir fry (gluten-free) ready in about 25 minutes pairs thinly sliced chicken breast, minced garlic cloves, grated fresh ginger for a weeknight-friendly dinner that comes together with one pan and minimal cleanup. Each serving lands at about 280 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.

★ 4.5 (11 ratings) Prep: 10 min Cook: 15 min Serves 4 Asian cuisine 280 cal/serving
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Ingredients

Instructions

  1. Step 1: Heat 2 tbsp vegetable oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat until shimmering. Add 400 g thinly sliced chicken breast and cook, stirring occasionally, for 5-6 minutes until the chicken pieces are golden and cooked through.
  2. Step 2: Add 3 minced garlic cloves and 1 tbsp grated fresh ginger to the skillet, sauté for 1 minute until fragrant without browning.
  3. Step 3: Toss in 1 sliced red bell pepper, 1 sliced yellow bell pepper, and 1 sliced green bell pepper; stir-fry for 4-5 minutes until vegetables are tender-crisp.
  4. Step 4: Sprinkle 1/2 tsp ground cumin, 1/2 tsp ground coriander, and 1/4 tsp red chili flakes over the mixture, stirring to coat evenly and release their aroma, about 30 seconds.
  5. Step 5: Pour in 3 tbsp soy sauce and 2 tbsp sesame oil, stirring well to combine; cook for another 1-2 minutes until the sauce thickens slightly and coats the chicken and veggies.
  6. Step 6: Season with salt and black pepper to taste, then remove from heat and garnish with 2 chopped green onions before serving.

Frequently asked questions

How long does Pinch-Spiced Chicken Stir Fry with Bell Peppers take to make?

Total time is about 25 minutes (10 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 Pinch-Spiced Chicken Stir Fry with Bell Peppers?

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 thinly sliced chicken breast from drying out.

Can I substitute ingredients in Pinch-Spiced Chicken Stir Fry with Bell Peppers?

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 Pinch-Spiced Chicken Stir Fry with Bell Peppers 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 Pinch-Spiced Chicken Stir Fry with Bell Peppers 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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