Stir-Fried Chicken with Ginger and Bok Choy

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Quick-cooked chicken and tender bok choy in a simple ginger-garlic sauce, perfect for maintaining energy during Whole30 reintroduction. This asian-inspired whole30 ready in about 20 minutes pairs Chicken breast, Bok choy, Ginger for a weeknight-friendly dinner that comes together with one pan and minimal cleanup. Each serving lands at about 310 calories and feeds 2, so it slots cleanly into a Whole30 week and pairs well with roasted sweet potato or a simple olive-oil salad. 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.

★ 4.5 (13 ratings) Prep: 10 min Cook: 10 min Serves 2 Asian cuisine 310 cal/serving
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Instructions

  1. Step 1: Slice 12 ounces chicken breast into 1/2-inch strips and season with 1/4 teaspoon black pepper.
  2. Step 2: Thinly slice 1 tablespoon ginger and mince 2 garlic cloves.
  3. Step 3: Heat 1 tablespoon avocado oil in a wok over high heat until smoking, then add chicken and stir-fry for 5 minutes until no longer pink.
  4. Step 4: Add 2 cups bok choy, 1 tablespoon ginger, and 2 minced garlic cloves, stirring for 3 minutes until bok choy wilts.
  5. Step 5: Pour 2 tablespoons coconut aminos over the mixture and cook for 2 more minutes until sauce thickens slightly and coats the vegetables.

Frequently asked questions

How long does Stir-Fried Chicken with Ginger and Bok Choy take to make?

Total time is about 20 minutes (10 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 with Ginger and Bok Choy?

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 Ginger and Bok Choy?

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 Ginger and Bok Choy 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.

Is Stir-Fried Chicken with Ginger and Bok Choy whole30?

Yes — this recipe is tagged whole30 based on its ingredient list. Always cross-check labels for packaged ingredients (sauces, broths, condiments) since formulations vary by brand.

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