Spicy Chicken Stir-Fry with Snap Peas and Bell Peppers

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A quick and flavorful stir-fry loaded with tender chicken strips, crisp snap peas, and colorful bell peppers tossed in a spicy garlic soy sauce. This Asian-inspired meal-prep recipe, ready in about 25 minutes, pairs boneless skinless chicken breasts, snap peas, red 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.

Prep: 10 min Cook: 15 min Serves 4 Asian cuisine 320 cal/serving
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Ingredients

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Instructions

  1. Step 1: Heat 1 tbsp vegetable oil in a large wok or skillet over high heat until shimmering. Add 1 lb thinly sliced chicken strips and stir-fry for 4-5 minutes until cooked through and lightly browned. Remove chicken from the pan and set aside.
  2. Step 2: In the same skillet, add 2 tbsp sesame oil, 4 minced garlic cloves, and 1 tbsp grated fresh ginger. Sauté for 30 seconds until fragrant.
  3. Step 3: Add 1 cup snap peas, 1 medium thinly sliced red bell pepper, and 1 medium thinly sliced yellow bell pepper. Stir-fry vegetables for 3-4 minutes until crisp-tender.
  4. Step 4: Return chicken to the skillet. Stir in 3 tbsp soy sauce and 1 tbsp sriracha sauce. Cook for another 2 minutes, stirring frequently until sauce thickens slightly and coats the chicken and vegetables.
  5. Step 5: Remove from heat and garnish with 2 sliced green onions and 1 tbsp toasted sesame seeds. Serve immediately or portion into containers for meal prep.

Frequently asked questions

How long does Spicy Chicken Stir-Fry with Snap Peas and Bell Peppers take to make?

Total time is about 25 minutes (10 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 Spicy Chicken Stir-Fry with Snap Peas and Bell Peppers?

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 snap peas from drying out.

Can I substitute ingredients in Spicy Chicken Stir-Fry with Snap Peas and Bell Peppers?

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 Spicy Chicken Stir-Fry with Snap Peas and Bell Peppers 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 Spicy Chicken Stir-Fry with Snap Peas and Bell Peppers?

Asian meal prep 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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