Stir-Fried Chicken with Chinese Black Vinegar and Snow Peas

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A quick, tangy stir-fry featuring tender chicken and crisp snow peas in a savory-sweet sauce. This asian ready in about 35 minutes pairs Chicken breast, Snow peas, Chinese black vinegar for a weeknight-friendly dinner that comes together with one pan and minimal cleanup. Each serving lands at about 350 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: 20 min Cook: 15 min Serves 4 Asian cuisine 350 cal/serving
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Ingredients

Instructions

  1. Step 1: In a small bowl, combine 1 tsp cornstarch, 2 tbsp water, 1/2 tsp sugar, and 1/4 tsp salt to form a smooth slurry. Set aside.
  2. Step 2: Heat 1 tbsp vegetable oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat. Add 2 minced garlic cloves and 1 tbsp minced ginger, cooking for 30 seconds until fragrant.
  3. Step 3: Add 12 oz cubed chicken breast and cook for 5-6 minutes, stirring occasionally, until golden brown and cooked through.
  4. Step 4: Add 8 oz trimmed snow peas and stir-fry for 2 minutes until bright green and tender-crisp.
  5. Step 5: Pour in the sauce slurry and 2 tbsp Chinese black vinegar, then stir-fry for 1 minute until the sauce thickens and coats the chicken and vegetables.
  6. Step 6: Remove from heat and stir in 1 tsp sesame oil. Season with 1/8 tsp black pepper.

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Frequently asked questions

How long does Stir-Fried Chicken with Chinese Black Vinegar and Snow Peas take to make?

Total time is about 35 minutes (20 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 Stir-Fried Chicken with Chinese Black Vinegar and Snow Peas?

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 Stir-Fried Chicken with Chinese Black Vinegar and Snow Peas?

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 with Chinese Black Vinegar and Snow Peas 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 with Chinese Black Vinegar and Snow Peas?

Asian asian 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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