Stir-Fried Chicken and Vegetable Medley
A vibrant, restaurant-quality stir-fry with tender chicken and crisp vegetables in a savory sauce. This asian-inspired one pot ready in about 27 minutes pairs sliced into thin strips chicken breast, broccoli florets, sliced 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 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.
Ingredients
- 6 oz, sliced into thin strips chicken breast
- 1 cup broccoli florets
- 1, sliced red bell pepper
- 1, julienned carrot
- 2 tbsp soy sauce
- 1 tbsp rice vinegar
- 1 tsp sesame oil
- 1 tbsp olive oil
- 2 cloves, minced garlic
- 1 tsp, grated ginger
- 1/4 tsp salt
- 1/4 tsp black pepper
Instructions
- Step 1: Heat 1 tbsp olive oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat. Add 6 oz sliced chicken breast and cook for 4 minutes until browned, then set aside.
- Step 2: Add 2 minced garlic cloves and 1 tsp grated ginger to the skillet, stir-frying for 30 seconds until fragrant. Add 1 cup broccoli florets, 1 sliced red bell pepper, and 1 julienned carrot, cooking for 5 minutes until vegetables are crisp-tender.
- Step 3: Return chicken to the skillet, add 2 tbsp soy sauce, 1 tbsp rice vinegar, 1 tsp sesame oil, 1/4 tsp salt, and 1/4 tsp black pepper. Toss for 2 minutes until sauce thickens and coats everything evenly.
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Frequently asked questions
How long does Stir-Fried Chicken and Vegetable Medley take to make?
Total time is about 27 minutes (15 min prep + 12 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 Vegetable Medley?
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 broccoli florets from drying out.
Can I substitute ingredients in Stir-Fried Chicken and Vegetable Medley?
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 Vegetable Medley 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 Stir-Fried Chicken and Vegetable Medley?
Asian one pot 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
- ★★★★★
Used frozen vegetables instead of fresh and honestly couldn't tell the difference.
- ★★★★★
The flavors in this stir-fried are incredible.
- ★★★☆☆
Okay for a quick meal. I've had better one pot dishes though.