Quick Stir-Fried Sesame Chicken with Mixed Vegetables

By AislePrompt Editorial · Published 2026-07-01 · Updated 2026-07-01

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Tender chicken pieces stir-fried with a crisp mix of vegetables and tossed in a savory sesame sauce for a quick and healthy meal. This Asian-inspired stir-fry recipe (gluten free option), ready in about 30 minutes, pairs boneless chicken breast, soy sauce, 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 rice, quinoa, or a quick 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.

Prep: 15 min Cook: 15 min Serves 4 Asian cuisine 320 cal/serving

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Ingredients

1 lb, thinly sliced boneless chicken breast
3 tbsp soy sauce
2 tbsp sesame oil
3, minced garlic cloves
1 tbsp, minced ginger root
1 medium, julienned carrot
1, sliced red bell pepper
1 cup broccoli florets
2, chopped green onions
1 tbsp sesame seeds
1 tsp cornstarch
2 tbsp water

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Instructions

Step 1: In a small bowl, mix 3 tbsp soy sauce, 1 tsp cornstarch, and 2 tbsp water until smooth to make the stir-fry sauce.
Step 2: Heat 2 tbsp sesame oil in a large wok or skillet over medium-high heat. Add 3 minced garlic cloves and 1 tbsp minced ginger root, sautéing for 30 seconds until fragrant.
Step 3: Add 1 lb thinly sliced boneless chicken breast to the pan and stir-fry for 5-6 minutes until cooked through and slightly golden.
Step 4: Add 1 julienned carrot, 1 sliced red bell pepper, and 1 cup broccoli florets to the pan, stir-frying for 3-4 minutes until vegetables are tender-crisp.
Step 5: Pour the prepared sauce over the chicken and vegetables, stirring continuously for 2 minutes until the sauce thickens and coats all ingredients.
Step 6: Remove from heat and sprinkle with 2 chopped green onions and 1 tbsp toasted sesame seeds before serving.