Stir-Fried Chicken and Snow Peas with Ginger
Quick-cooked chicken and snow peas in a savory ginger-infused sauce, perfect for weeknight dinners. This asian-inspired chicken ready in about 30 minutes pairs trimmed Snow peas, minced Fresh ginger, minced Garlic 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
- 12 oz, sliced 1/2-inch thick Boneless chicken breasts
- 8 oz, trimmed Snow peas
- 1 tbsp, minced Fresh ginger
- 2 cloves, minced Garlic
- 3 tbsp Soy sauce
- 1 tbsp Sesame oil
- 1 tsp Cornstarch
- 1 tbsp Vegetable oil
Instructions
- Step 1: Toss chicken with 1 tsp cornstarch and 1 tbsp soy sauce in a bowl. Let sit for 10 minutes.
- Step 2: Heat 1 tbsp vegetable oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat. Add minced ginger and garlic, stir-frying for 30 seconds until fragrant.
- Step 3: Add chicken and cook for 5-6 minutes until browned and cooked through, then remove and set aside.
- Step 4: Add snow peas to the skillet and stir-fry for 3-4 minutes until bright green and tender-crisp.
- Step 5: Return chicken to skillet, add remaining 2 tbsp soy sauce and 1 tbsp sesame oil. Toss to coat and cook for 1 minute.
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Frequently asked questions
How long does Stir-Fried Chicken and Snow Peas with Ginger take to make?
Total time is about 30 minutes (20 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 Stir-Fried Chicken and Snow Peas with Ginger?
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 trimmed snow peas from drying out.
Can I substitute ingredients in Stir-Fried Chicken and Snow Peas with Ginger?
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 Stir-Fried Chicken and Snow Peas with Ginger 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 Stir-Fried Chicken and Snow Peas with Ginger?
Asian chicken 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.
What others are saying
- ★★★★★
Loved this! Made for my kids and they devoured it. The ginger really shined.
- ★★★★☆
Takes a bit longer than expected to cook, but the flavors are perfect. Family loved it.
- ★★★★☆
Good recipe, but the chicken was a bit bland. Next time I'll add more soy sauce.
