Soy-Ginger Glazed Stir-Fried Chicken with Snap Peas

By AislePrompt Editorial · Published 2026-04-24 · Updated 2026-04-24

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Tender chicken thighs glazed in a bright soy-ginger sauce, paired with crisp snap peas for a vibrant weeknight meal. This Asian fusion recipe (high protein), ready in about 22 minutes, pairs boneless chicken thighs, snap peas, low-sodium soy sauce for a weeknight-friendly dinner that comes together with one pan and minimal cleanup. Each serving lands at about 320 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: 12 min Cook: 10 min Serves 2 Chinese cuisine 320 cal/serving

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Ingredients

8 oz, thinly sliced boneless chicken thighs
1 cup, trimmed snap peas
3 tbsp low-sodium soy sauce
1 tbsp, grated fresh ginger
1 tbsp rice vinegar
1 tsp sesame oil
1 tsp cornstarch
1 tbsp vegetable oil

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Instructions

Step 1: In a small bowl, whisk together 3 tbsp low-sodium soy sauce, 1 tbsp grated fresh ginger, 1 tbsp rice vinegar, 1 tsp sesame oil, and 1 tsp cornstarch until smooth.
Step 2: Heat 1 tbsp vegetable oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat until shimmering.
Step 3: Add 8 oz thinly sliced boneless chicken thighs in a single layer and cook for 4-5 minutes per side until golden brown and cooked through, then remove and set aside.
Step 4: Add 1 cup trimmed snap peas to the skillet and stir-fry for 2 minutes until crisp-tender.
Step 5: Return chicken to the skillet, pour in the soy-ginger sauce, and toss constantly for 1-2 minutes until sauce thickens and coats all ingredients.
Step 6: Serve immediately over steamed rice.