Prepped Chicken and Veggie Stir-Fry with Ginger

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A make-ahead stir-fry featuring pre-chopped chicken and vegetables for effortless weeknight cooking. This asian-inspired whole30 (low carb) ready in about 25 minutes pairs chicken breast, broccoli, bell pepper for a weeknight-friendly dinner that comes together with one pan and minimal cleanup. Each serving lands at about 220 calories and feeds 4, so it slots cleanly into a Whole30 week and pairs well with roasted sweet potato or a simple olive-oil salad. 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.

★ 4.2 (12 ratings) Prep: 15 min Cook: 10 min Serves 4 Asian cuisine 220 cal/serving
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Instructions

  1. Step 1: Heat a large skillet over medium-high heat. Add chicken and cook for 4-5 minutes, stirring occasionally, until golden brown and cooked through.
  2. Step 2: Push chicken to one side of the skillet and add broccoli, bell pepper, and carrot to the empty space. Stir-fry for 3 minutes until vegetables are crisp-tender.
  3. Step 3: Add minced ginger, minced garlic, coconut aminos, and sesame oil to the skillet, stirring to combine. Cook for 2 minutes until flavors meld and sauce thickens slightly.
  4. Step 4: Season with black pepper, mixing everything together until evenly coated and heated through.

Frequently asked questions

How long does Prepped Chicken and Veggie Stir-Fry with Ginger take to make?

Total time is about 25 minutes (15 min prep + 10 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 Prepped Chicken and Veggie Stir-Fry with Ginger?

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 chicken breast from drying out.

Can I substitute ingredients in Prepped Chicken and Veggie Stir-Fry with Ginger?

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 Prepped Chicken and Veggie Stir-Fry with Ginger 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 Prepped Chicken and Veggie Stir-Fry with Ginger low carb?

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

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