Stir-Fried Chicken with Mixed Vegetables and Garlic Soy Sauce

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A colorful stir-fry featuring tender chicken breast, crisp vegetables, and a savory garlic soy sauce glaze. This Chinese-inspired stir-fry recipe, ready in about 25 minutes, pairs chicken breast, carrot, bell pepper 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. Nutrition values are approximate, calculated from USDA FoodData Central (fdc.nal.usda.gov) — verify against ingredient labels for any health-driven dietary plan.

Prep: 10 min Cook: 15 min Serves 3 Chinese cuisine 280 cal/serving
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Ingredients

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Instructions

  1. Step 1: Slice 300 grams of chicken breast into thin strips about 1/4 inch thick. Toss with 1 tsp cornstarch and 1/4 tsp black pepper for a light coating.
  2. Step 2: Heat 2 tbsp vegetable oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat until shimmering. Add the chicken strips and stir-fry for 4-5 minutes until the edges are golden and the meat is cooked through. Remove chicken and set aside.
  3. Step 3: In the same skillet, add 4 minced garlic cloves and sauté for 30 seconds until fragrant but not browned. Add 1 medium julienned carrot, 1 medium sliced bell pepper, and 100 grams trimmed snow peas. Stir-fry vegetables for 3-4 minutes until crisp-tender.
  4. Step 4: Return the cooked chicken to the skillet. Mix 3 tbsp soy sauce, 2 tbsp water, and 1 tbsp sesame oil in a small bowl, then pour over chicken and vegetables. Stir well and cook for an additional 2 minutes until the sauce thickens slightly and coats everything evenly.
  5. Step 5: Season with 1/2 tsp salt to taste, toss once more, and serve hot with steamed rice.

Frequently asked questions

How long does Stir-Fried Chicken with Mixed Vegetables and Garlic Soy Sauce 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 Mixed Vegetables and Garlic Soy Sauce?

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 Mixed Vegetables and Garlic Soy Sauce?

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 Mixed Vegetables and Garlic Soy Sauce 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.

What goes well with Stir-Fried Chicken with Mixed Vegetables and Garlic Soy Sauce?

Chinese stir fry 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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