Stir-Fried Sesame Chicken with Scallions and Ginger

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A savory stir-fry combining tender chicken breast with aromatic ginger and fresh scallions in a glossy sesame sauce. This Asian-inspired stir-fry recipe, ready in about 25 minutes, pairs boneless skinless chicken breast, scallions, fresh ginger for a weeknight-friendly dinner that comes together with one pan and minimal cleanup. Each serving lands at about 280 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: 10 min Cook: 15 min Serves 4 Asian cuisine 280 cal/serving
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Ingredients

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Instructions

  1. Step 1: Slice 1 lb boneless skinless chicken breast into thin strips about 1/2-inch wide. Toss the chicken with 1 tsp cornstarch to lightly coat.
  2. Step 2: Heat 2 tbsp vegetable oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat until shimmering. Add the chicken strips and cook for 4-5 minutes, stirring frequently, until golden brown and cooked through. Remove chicken and set aside.
  3. Step 3: In the same skillet, add 2 tbsp sesame oil, 3 minced garlic cloves, and 1 tbsp finely grated fresh ginger. Sauté for 1 minute until fragrant but not browned.
  4. Step 4: Add 4 sliced scallions (2-inch pieces), 3 tbsp soy sauce, 1 tbsp honey, 1/4 cup water, and 1/4 tsp red pepper flakes. Stir and bring to a simmer for 2 minutes until the sauce thickens and coats the scallions.
  5. Step 5: Return the chicken to the skillet and toss everything together to coat the chicken in the sauce. Cook for 1 more minute to blend flavors.
  6. Step 6: Remove from heat and sprinkle 1 tbsp toasted sesame seeds on top before serving.

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