Quick Chicken and Vegetable Stir-Fry

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A savory, one-pan meal featuring tender chicken, crisp broccoli, and bell peppers in a glossy soy-ginger sauce. This asian-inspired chicken ready in about 35 minutes pairs broccoli florets, (diced) bell peppers, (minced) garlic 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 (13 ratings) Prep: 15 min Cook: 20 min Serves 4 Asian cuisine 380 cal/serving
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Ingredients

Instructions

  1. Step 1: Heat 1 tbsp vegetable oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat. Add chicken cubes and cook for 5-7 minutes until browned and nearly cooked through; set aside.
  2. Step 2: In the same skillet, add remaining 1 tbsp oil, garlic, broccoli, and bell peppers. Stir-fry for 4-5 minutes until vegetables are tender-crisp.
  3. Step 3: Return chicken to the skillet. Pour in soy sauce and grated ginger, stirring to coat. Cook for 2-3 minutes until sauce thickens and chicken is fully cooked.
  4. Step 4: Serve over cooked rice, garnished with green onions and sesame seeds.

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Frequently asked questions

How long does Quick Chicken and Vegetable Stir-Fry take to make?

Total time is about 35 minutes (15 min prep + 20 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 Quick Chicken and Vegetable 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 broccoli florets from drying out.

Can I substitute ingredients in Quick Chicken and Vegetable 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 Quick Chicken and Vegetable 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 Quick Chicken and Vegetable Stir-Fry?

Asian 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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