Quick Sesame-Ginger Stir Fry with Chicken and Snow Peas

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A fast and flavorful stir fry combining tender chicken strips, crisp snow peas, and a savory sesame-ginger sauce. This asian-inspired stir fry (high protein) ready in about 22 minutes pairs chicken breast, snow peas, 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: 10 min Cook: 12 min Serves 4 Asian cuisine 320 cal/serving
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Ingredients

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Instructions

  1. Step 1: Heat 1 tbsp vegetable oil in a large skillet or wok over medium-high heat. Add 1 lb thinly sliced chicken breast and stir-fry for 4-5 minutes until the chicken is browned and cooked through. Remove from skillet and set aside.
  2. Step 2: In the same skillet, add 2 tbsp sesame oil, 1 tbsp minced fresh ginger, and 3 minced garlic cloves. Stir-fry for 30 seconds until fragrant.
  3. Step 3: Add 2 cups trimmed snow peas and stir-fry for 2-3 minutes until they are bright green and crisp-tender.
  4. Step 4: Return the cooked chicken to the skillet. Add 3 tbsp soy sauce, 1 tbsp rice vinegar, 1 tbsp honey, and 1 tsp cornstarch dissolved in 2 tbsp water. Stir everything together and cook for 1-2 minutes until the sauce thickens and coats the chicken and vegetables.
  5. Step 5: Remove from heat and garnish with 2 sliced green onions and 1 tbsp toasted sesame seeds before serving.

Frequently asked questions

How long does Quick Sesame-Ginger Stir Fry with Chicken and Snow Peas take to make?

Total time is about 22 minutes (10 min prep + 12 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 Sesame-Ginger Stir Fry with Chicken and Snow Peas?

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 Quick Sesame-Ginger Stir Fry with Chicken and Snow Peas?

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 Sesame-Ginger Stir Fry with Chicken and Snow Peas 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 Quick Sesame-Ginger Stir Fry with Chicken and Snow Peas high protein?

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

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