Stir-Fried Chicken with Ginger-Sesame and Snow Peas

By AislePrompt Test Kitchen · Reviewed by AislePrompt Editorial · ·

Quick stir-fried chicken tossed with fresh ginger, toasted sesame, and crisp snow peas for a vibrant and healthy weeknight dinner. This asian-inspired chicken ready in about 27 minutes pairs trimmed snow peas, fresh ginger, minced, garlic cloves, minced for a weeknight-friendly dinner that comes together with one pan and minimal cleanup. Each serving lands at about 320 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: 15 min Cook: 12 min Serves 4 Asian cuisine 320 cal/serving
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Ingredients

Instructions

  1. Step 1: In a small bowl, whisk together 3 tbsp soy sauce, 1 tsp honey, 1 tsp cornstarch, and 2 tbsp water until smooth; set aside.
  2. Step 2: Heat 2 tbsp vegetable oil in a large wok or skillet over high heat until shimmering.
  3. Step 3: Add 1 lb thinly sliced boneless skinless chicken breasts and stir-fry for 4-5 minutes until the chicken is cooked through and lightly browned.
  4. Step 4: Add 2 tbsp minced fresh ginger and 2 minced garlic cloves to the pan, stir-fry for 30 seconds until fragrant.
  5. Step 5: Toss in 8 oz trimmed snow peas and continue stir-frying for 2 minutes until they are bright green and tender-crisp.
  6. Step 6: Pour the soy sauce mixture into the wok and stir constantly for 1-2 minutes until the sauce thickens and coats the chicken and vegetables.
  7. Step 7: Drizzle 1 tbsp sesame oil and sprinkle 2 tbsp sliced green onions and 1 tbsp toasted sesame seeds over the dish. Give a final toss and serve hot over steamed rice or noodles.

Frequently asked questions

How long does Stir-Fried Chicken with Ginger-Sesame and Snow Peas 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 with Ginger-Sesame 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 trimmed snow peas from drying out.

Can I substitute ingredients in Stir-Fried Chicken with Ginger-Sesame 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 Ginger-Sesame 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 Ginger-Sesame and Snow Peas?

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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