Stir-Fried Ginger Chicken with Sesame and Snow Peas

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A quick and flavorful stir-fry combining tender chicken and crisp snow peas with fragrant ginger and toasted sesame. This asian-inspired stir fry ready in about 20 minutes pairs finely grated fresh ginger, minced garlic cloves, trimmed snow peas 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: 10 min Serves 3 Asian cuisine 280 cal/serving
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Ingredients

Instructions

  1. Step 1: Heat 1 tbsp vegetable oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat until shimmering. Add 12 oz thinly sliced boneless skinless chicken breast and cook for 4-5 minutes, stirring occasionally, until the chicken is golden and cooked through.
  2. Step 2: Add 1 tbsp finely grated fresh ginger and 3 minced garlic cloves to the pan and sauté for 30 seconds until fragrant.
  3. Step 3: Add 8 oz trimmed snow peas, 3 tbsp soy sauce, 1 tbsp honey, and 2 tbsp sesame oil. Stir-fry for 2-3 minutes until the snow peas are bright green and crisp-tender.
  4. Step 4: Remove from heat and sprinkle with 1 tbsp toasted sesame seeds, 2 thinly sliced green onions, and 1/4 tsp red chili flakes if using. Toss gently to combine and serve immediately.

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Frequently asked questions

How long does Stir-Fried Ginger Chicken with Sesame and Snow Peas 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 Ginger Chicken with 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 finely grated fresh ginger from drying out.

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

Asian 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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