Savory Chicken and Vegetable Stir-Fry
A vibrant stir-fry with tender chicken, crisp broccoli, and bell peppers in a rich soy-ginger sauce. This asian-inspired chicken (vegetarian option) ready in about 35 minutes pairs head (cut into 1-inch florets) broccoli, (red or yellow, sliced) bell peppers, soy sauce for a weeknight-friendly dinner that comes together with one pan and minimal cleanup. Each serving lands at about 480 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
- 1.5 lbs (sliced into 1/2-inch strips) chicken breast
- 1 head (cut into 1-inch florets) broccoli
- 2 (red or yellow, sliced) bell peppers
- 1/3 cup soy sauce
- 2 tbsp (grated) ginger
- 3 cloves (minced) garlic
- 2 tbsp vegetable oil
- 1 tbsp honey
- 1 tbsp (mixed with 2 tbsp water) cornstarch
- 1 tbsp (toasted) sesame seeds
- 2 (sliced) green onions
- 2 cups (cooked) rice
- 1/2 tsp salt
Instructions
- Step 1: In a large bowl, mix chicken with 1 tbsp soy sauce, 1 tsp honey, and 1/4 tsp salt. Let marinate for 10 minutes.
- Step 2: Heat 1 tbsp vegetable oil in a wok or large skillet over high heat. Add broccoli and stir-fry for 2-3 minutes until bright green and slightly tender. Remove and set aside.
- Step 3: Add remaining 1 tbsp oil, then cook garlic and ginger for 30 seconds until fragrant. Add chicken and cook for 5-6 minutes until browned and cooked through.
- Step 4: Stir in bell peppers, remaining 1/3 cup soy sauce, 1 tbsp honey, and 1/2 tsp salt. Cook for 3 minutes until vegetables soften.
- Step 5: Add cornstarch slurry and stir until sauce thickens, about 2 minutes. Mix in cooked broccoli and green onions.
- Step 6: Serve over rice, garnished with sesame seeds.
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Frequently asked questions
How long does Savory Chicken and Vegetable Stir-Fry take to make?
Total time is about 35 minutes (20 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 Savory 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 soy sauce from drying out.
Can I substitute ingredients in Savory 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 Savory 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.
Is Savory Chicken and Vegetable Stir-Fry vegetarian option?
Yes — this recipe is tagged vegetarian option based on its ingredient list. Always cross-check labels for packaged ingredients (sauces, broths, condiments) since formulations vary by brand.
What others are saying
- ★★★★☆
Enjoyable meal. Instructions could be a touch more detailed on the timing.
- ★★★☆☆
Decent recipe but nothing special. Might try a different version.
