Simple Chicken Stir-Fry with Bok Choy

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A satisfying weeknight meal with tender chicken and crisp bok choy in a savory ginger-garlic sauce, ready in 20 minutes. This asian-inspired whole30 ready in about 20 minutes pairs thinly sliced chicken breast, heads, chopped bok choy, minced garlic for a weeknight-friendly dinner that comes together with one pan and minimal cleanup. Each serving lands at about 300 calories and feeds 2, 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: 10 min Serves 2 Asian cuisine 300 cal/serving
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Ingredients

Instructions

  1. Step 1: Heat avocado oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat until shimmering.
  2. Step 2: Add sliced chicken and cook for 4-5 minutes until golden brown and cooked through, then remove from skillet.
  3. Step 3: Add minced garlic and grated ginger to the skillet, stir-frying for 30 seconds until fragrant.
  4. Step 4: Return chicken to skillet, add chopped bok choy, and pour in coconut aminos and sesame oil. Stir-fry for 4-5 minutes until bok choy is tender-crisp.
  5. Step 5: Remove from heat and serve immediately.

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Frequently asked questions

How long does Simple Chicken Stir-Fry with Bok Choy take to make?

Total time is about 20 minutes (10 min prep + 10 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 Simple Chicken Stir-Fry with Bok Choy?

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 thinly sliced chicken breast from drying out.

Can I substitute ingredients in Simple Chicken Stir-Fry with Bok Choy?

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 Simple Chicken Stir-Fry with Bok Choy for a different number of people?

The recipe is written for 2 servings. Multiply each ingredient by (your serving target / 2). 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 Simple Chicken Stir-Fry with Bok Choy?

Asian whole30 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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