Stir-Fried Garlic-Ginger Chicken with Spinach and Sesame

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A quick and flavorful Asian-inspired chicken stir-fry featuring tender chicken breast, vibrant spinach, and toasted sesame seeds. This Asian-inspired chicken recipe (high protein, gluten free), ready in about 20 minutes, pairs chicken breast, fresh spinach, sesame oil 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 rice, quinoa, or a quick 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.

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

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Instructions

  1. Step 1: Heat 2 tbsp sesame oil in a large skillet or wok over medium-high heat until shimmering. Add 4 minced garlic cloves and 1 tbsp minced fresh ginger, stir-frying for 30 seconds until fragrant but not browned.
  2. Step 2: Add 1 lb thinly sliced chicken breast strips to the skillet, spreading them out in a single layer. Cook for 4-5 minutes, stirring occasionally, until the chicken turns opaque and is cooked through.
  3. Step 3: Stir in 3 tbsp low sodium soy sauce, 1 tbsp honey, and 1/4 tsp red pepper flakes if using. Add 6 cups chopped fresh spinach and toss everything together, cooking for 2 minutes until the spinach wilts but remains bright green.
  4. Step 4: Remove from heat and sprinkle 1 tbsp toasted sesame seeds and 2 sliced green onions over the top before serving.

Frequently asked questions

How long does Stir-Fried Garlic-Ginger Chicken with Spinach and Sesame 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 Garlic-Ginger Chicken with Spinach and Sesame?

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 Garlic-Ginger Chicken with Spinach and Sesame?

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 Garlic-Ginger Chicken with Spinach and Sesame 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.

Is Stir-Fried Garlic-Ginger Chicken with Spinach and Sesame high protein?

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

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