Spiced Chicken Stir Fry
A vibrant chicken stir fry with bold spices, crisp peppers and snap peas in a honey-soy sauce with a kick of chili. This Asian Fusion-inspired stir-fry recipe, ready in about 30 minutes, pairs chicken breast, red bell pepper, yellow bell pepper 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 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 lb, thinly sliced chicken breast
- 1 medium, julienned red bell pepper
- 1 medium, julienned yellow bell pepper
- 1 cup, trimmed snap peas
- 3, minced garlic cloves
- 1 tbsp, grated ginger
- 3 tbsp soy sauce
- 2 tbsp sesame oil
- 1 tbsp honey
- 1/2 tsp red chili flakes
- 2, sliced green onions
- 2 tbsp vegetable oil
- 1 tbsp toasted sesame seeds
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Instructions
- Step 1: Heat 2 tbsp vegetable oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat until shimmering. Add 1 lb thinly sliced chicken breast and cook, stirring often, for 5-6 minutes until golden and cooked through.
- Step 2: Add 3 minced garlic cloves and 1 tbsp grated ginger to the skillet and sauté for 1 minute until fragrant, stirring constantly.
- Step 3: Stir in 1 cup snap peas, 1 medium julienned red bell pepper, and 1 medium julienned yellow bell pepper; cook for 3-4 minutes until vegetables are crisp-tender.
- Step 4: Mix 3 tbsp soy sauce, 2 tbsp sesame oil, 1 tbsp honey, and 1/2 tsp red chili flakes in a small bowl, then pour over the stir fry. Toss well and cook for another 2 minutes until the sauce thickens slightly and coats the chicken and vegetables.
- Step 5: Remove from heat and sprinkle 2 sliced green onions and 1 tbsp toasted sesame seeds over the top before serving.
Frequently asked questions
How long does Spiced Chicken Stir Fry 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 Spiced Chicken 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 chicken breast from drying out.
Can I substitute ingredients in Spiced Chicken 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 Spiced Chicken 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.
What goes well with Spiced Chicken Stir Fry?
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.
