Stir-Fried Chicken with Garlic and Bell Peppers

By AislePrompt Test Kitchen · Reviewed by AislePrompt Editorial · ·

A quick and flavorful stir-fry combining tender chicken with sweet bell peppers and aromatic garlic, perfect for a weeknight dinner. This asian-inspired chicken 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 250 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.

Prep: 10 min Cook: 15 min Serves 4 Asian cuisine 250 cal/serving
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Ingredients

Instructions

  1. Step 1: In a small bowl, mix 3 tbsp soy sauce, 1 tsp cornstarch, and 3 tbsp water until smooth to make a sauce.
  2. Step 2: Heat 2 tbsp vegetable oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat until shimmering. Add 4 minced garlic cloves and sauté for 30 seconds until fragrant.
  3. Step 3: Add 1 lb thinly sliced chicken breast to the skillet and stir-fry for 5-6 minutes until the chicken is cooked through and lightly browned.
  4. Step 4: Add 1 medium sliced red bell pepper and 1 medium sliced yellow bell pepper to the skillet, stir-frying for 3-4 minutes until the peppers are tender-crisp.
  5. Step 5: Pour the prepared sauce over the chicken and peppers, stirring continuously until the sauce thickens and coats the ingredients, about 2 minutes.
  6. Step 6: Season with 1/4 tsp black pepper, stir well, and remove from heat. Garnish with 2 chopped green onions before serving.

Frequently asked questions

How long does Stir-Fried Chicken with Garlic 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 Stir-Fried Chicken with Garlic 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 thinly sliced chicken breast from drying out.

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

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.

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