Quick Delivery Spiced Chicken Stir Fry
A fast and flavorful chicken stir fry inspired by the urgency of instant delivery services, packed with vibrant vegetables and a spicy soy glaze. This asian-inspired stir fry ready in about 25 minutes pairs thinly sliced boneless chicken breast, soy sauce, honey 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. Nutrition values are approximate, calculated from USDA FoodData Central (fdc.nal.usda.gov) — verify against ingredient labels for any health-driven dietary plan.
Ingredients
- 400 g, thinly sliced boneless chicken breast
- 3 tbsp soy sauce
- 1 tbsp honey
- 1 tbsp, minced fresh ginger
- 3, minced garlic cloves
- 1 tsp red chili flakes
- 1 medium, sliced red bell pepper
- 150 g broccoli florets
- 1 medium, julienned carrot
- 2 tbsp vegetable oil
- 1 tbsp, toasted sesame seeds
- 2, sliced green onions
- 1 tsp mixed with 2 tbsp water cornstarch
Instructions
- Step 1: Heat 2 tbsp vegetable oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat until shimmering. Add 400 g thinly sliced boneless chicken breast and cook for 4-5 minutes, stirring often, until edges turn golden and chicken is nearly cooked through.
- Step 2: Add 1 tbsp minced fresh ginger, 3 minced garlic cloves, and 1 tsp red chili flakes to the skillet. Sauté for 1 minute until fragrant.
- Step 3: Stir in 3 tbsp soy sauce and 1 tbsp honey, coating the chicken evenly. Add 1 medium sliced red bell pepper, 150 g broccoli florets, and 1 julienned medium carrot. Cook for 4 minutes until vegetables are tender-crisp.
- Step 4: Pour in the cornstarch slurry (1 tsp cornstarch mixed with 2 tbsp water) and stir continuously until the sauce thickens and coats the chicken and vegetables, about 1-2 minutes.
- Step 5: Remove from heat, sprinkle with 1 tbsp toasted sesame seeds and 2 sliced green onions before serving warm.
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Frequently asked questions
How long does Quick Delivery Spiced Chicken Stir Fry 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 Quick Delivery Spiced Chicken 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 soy sauce from drying out.
Can I substitute ingredients in Quick Delivery Spiced Chicken 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 Delivery Spiced Chicken 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 Delivery Spiced Chicken Stir Fry?
Asian stir fry 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.