Sesame-Ginger Chicken Stir Fry with Snow Peas

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Tender strips of chicken sautéed with crisp snow peas and bell peppers in a savory sesame-ginger sauce, served over steamed rice. This asian fusion-inspired stir fry ready in about 30 minutes pairs snow peas, trimmed, medium red bell pepper, thinly sliced, stalks green onions, sliced for a weeknight-friendly dinner that comes together with one pan and minimal cleanup. Each serving lands at about 370 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: 15 min Cook: 15 min Serves 4 Asian Fusion cuisine 370 cal/serving
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Ingredients

Instructions

  1. Step 1: In a small bowl, whisk together 3 tbsp soy sauce, 1 tbsp honey, 1 tsp cornstarch, and 2 tbsp water until smooth; set aside.
  2. Step 2: Heat 2 tbsp vegetable oil in a large skillet or wok over medium-high heat. Add 1 lb sliced chicken breasts and cook for 5-6 minutes until browned and cooked through; remove chicken and set aside.
  3. Step 3: In the same skillet, add 1 tbsp sesame oil, 2 minced garlic cloves, and 1 tbsp grated fresh ginger. Sauté for 30 seconds until fragrant.
  4. Step 4: Add 1 cup snow peas, 1 medium thinly sliced red bell pepper, and 3 sliced green onions. Stir fry for 3-4 minutes until vegetables are crisp-tender.
  5. Step 5: Return chicken to the skillet, pour in the soy sauce mixture, and toss everything together. Cook for 2 minutes until sauce thickens and coats the chicken and vegetables.
  6. Step 6: Sprinkle 1 tsp toasted sesame seeds over the stir fry and serve immediately over 2 cups steamed jasmine rice.

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Frequently asked questions

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

Total time is about 30 minutes (15 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 Sesame-Ginger Chicken Stir Fry with 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 snow peas, trimmed from drying out.

Can I substitute ingredients in Sesame-Ginger Chicken Stir Fry with 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 Sesame-Ginger Chicken Stir Fry with 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.

What goes well with Sesame-Ginger Chicken Stir Fry with Snow Peas?

Asian Fusion 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.

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