Sautéed Chicken Stir-Fry with Garlic and Bell Peppers

By AislePrompt Editorial · Published 2026-06-28 · Updated 2026-06-28

Quick and vibrant chicken stir-fry infused with garlic and colorful bell peppers, perfect for a weeknight dinner. This Asian-inspired chicken recipe (gluten free option), ready in about 27 minutes, pairs red bell pepper, sliced into strips, yellow bell pepper, sliced into strips, garlic cloves, minced 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.

Ingredients

• 1 lb boneless skinless chicken breast, sliced thin
• 1 large red bell pepper, sliced into strips
• 1 large yellow bell pepper, sliced into strips
• 3 garlic cloves, minced
• 3 tbsp soy sauce
• 1 tbsp sesame oil
• 2 tbsp vegetable oil
• 2 green onions, sliced
• 1 tsp fresh ginger, grated
• 1/4 tsp black pepper
• 1 tsp sesame seeds

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Instructions

1. Step 1: Heat 2 tbsp vegetable oil in a large skillet or wok over medium-high heat until shimmering. Add 1 lb thinly sliced boneless skinless chicken breast and cook for 5 minutes, stirring frequently until the chicken is just cooked through and lightly golden.
2. Step 2: Add 3 minced garlic cloves and 1 tsp grated fresh ginger to the skillet, sauté for 30 seconds until fragrant.
3. Step 3: Toss in 1 large sliced red bell pepper and 1 large sliced yellow bell pepper strips, stir-frying for 3-4 minutes until vegetables are crisp-tender.
4. Step 4: Pour 3 tbsp soy sauce and 1 tbsp sesame oil over the mixture, stirring to coat everything evenly. Season with 1/4 tsp black pepper.
5. Step 5: Remove from heat and sprinkle with 2 sliced green onions and 1 tsp sesame seeds for garnish. Serve immediately over steamed rice or noodles.