Stir-Fried Ginger Chicken with Snap Peas

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A vibrant stir-fry combining tender chicken and crisp snap peas with a fragrant ginger-soy glaze. This asian-inspired chicken (gluten free) ready in about 22 minutes pairs trimmed snap peas, minced fresh ginger, minced garlic cloves 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: 12 min Serves 3 Asian cuisine 280 cal/serving
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Ingredients

Instructions

  1. Step 1: In a small bowl, whisk together 3 tbsp soy sauce, 1 tbsp honey, 1 tsp cornstarch, and 1/4 cup water until smooth and set aside.
  2. Step 2: Heat 2 tbsp vegetable oil in a large skillet or wok over medium-high heat until shimmering. Add 12 oz thinly sliced chicken breast and cook for 4-5 minutes, stirring occasionally until the chicken is golden and cooked through.
  3. Step 3: Add 2 tbsp minced fresh ginger and 3 minced garlic cloves to the chicken, sauté for 1 minute until fragrant.
  4. Step 4: Toss in 8 oz trimmed snap peas and stir-fry for 2-3 minutes until they are bright green and crisp-tender.
  5. Step 5: Pour the prepared soy sauce mixture and 1 tbsp sesame oil into the skillet, stirring constantly until the sauce thickens and coats the chicken and snap peas, about 1-2 minutes.
  6. Step 6: Remove from heat and garnish with 2 sliced green onions and 1 tsp sesame seeds before serving.

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Frequently asked questions

How long does Stir-Fried Ginger Chicken with Snap Peas take to make?

Total time is about 22 minutes (10 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 Ginger Chicken with Snap 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 snap peas from drying out.

Can I substitute ingredients in Stir-Fried Ginger Chicken with Snap 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 Snap 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.

Is Stir-Fried Ginger Chicken with Snap Peas gluten free?

Yes — this recipe is tagged 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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