Stir-Fried Chicken with Colorful Bell Peppers and Garlic

By AislePrompt Test Kitchen · Reviewed by AislePrompt Editorial · ·

A quick and vibrant stir-fry featuring tender chicken breast and crisp bell peppers tossed in a fragrant garlic soy sauce. This asian-inspired stir fry (high protein) ready in about 25 minutes pairs thinly sliced chicken breast, minced garlic cloves, soy sauce for a weeknight-friendly dinner that comes together with one pan and minimal cleanup. Each serving lands at about 280 calories and feeds 3, 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.

★ 4.2 (13 ratings) Prep: 10 min Cook: 15 min Serves 3 Asian cuisine 280 cal/serving
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Ingredients

Instructions

  1. Step 1: In a small bowl, mix 3 tbsp soy sauce, 1 tsp cornstarch, and 2 tbsp water until smooth and set aside.
  2. Step 2: Heat 2 tbsp vegetable oil in a large skillet or wok over medium-high heat until shimmering. Add 12 oz thinly sliced chicken breast and cook, stirring frequently, for 4-5 minutes until the chicken is opaque and lightly browned.
  3. Step 3: Add 4 minced garlic cloves and sauté for 30 seconds until fragrant but not browned.
  4. Step 4: Toss in 1 medium each of red, yellow, and green bell peppers sliced into strips, stir-frying for 3-4 minutes until the peppers are tender-crisp.
  5. Step 5: Pour in the soy sauce mixture and 1 tbsp sesame oil, stirring continuously until the sauce thickens and coats the chicken and peppers, about 1-2 minutes.
  6. Step 6: Season with 1/4 tsp black pepper and finish by stirring in 2 sliced green onions. Serve immediately.

Frequently asked questions

How long does Stir-Fried Chicken with Colorful Bell Peppers and Garlic 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 Stir-Fried Chicken with Colorful Bell Peppers and Garlic?

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 thinly sliced chicken breast from drying out.

Can I substitute ingredients in Stir-Fried Chicken with Colorful Bell Peppers and Garlic?

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 Colorful Bell Peppers and Garlic for a different number of people?

The recipe is written for 3 servings. Multiply each ingredient by (your serving target / 3). 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.

Is Stir-Fried Chicken with Colorful Bell Peppers and Garlic high protein?

Yes — this recipe is tagged high protein based on its ingredient list. Always cross-check labels for packaged ingredients (sauces, broths, condiments) since formulations vary by brand.

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