Stir-Fried Spicy Chicken with Bell Peppers and Ginger

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A vibrant stir-fry combining tender chicken, crisp bell peppers, and zesty ginger for a quick flavorful meal. This Asian-inspired stir-fry recipe, ready in about 30 minutes, pairs boneless skinless chicken thighs, red bell pepper, green bell pepper for a weeknight-friendly dinner that comes together with one pan and minimal cleanup. Each serving lands at about 320 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: 15 min Cook: 15 min Serves 4 Asian cuisine 320 cal/serving
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Ingredients

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Instructions

  1. Step 1: Cut 1 lb boneless skinless chicken thighs into 1-inch pieces. Toss with 1 tsp cornstarch and set aside.
  2. Step 2: Slice 1 medium red bell pepper and 1 medium green bell pepper into thin strips. Mince 3 garlic cloves and grate 1 tbsp fresh ginger.
  3. Step 3: Heat 2 tbsp vegetable oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat until shimmering. Add chicken pieces and sauté for 5-6 minutes until browned and cooked through, stirring frequently.
  4. Step 4: Push chicken to the side and add red and green bell pepper strips, minced garlic, and grated ginger. Stir-fry together for 2-3 minutes until peppers are tender-crisp and fragrant.
  5. Step 5: Mix 3 tbsp soy sauce, 1 tbsp sesame oil, 1 tsp red chili flakes, and 2 tbsp water in a small bowl. Pour over chicken and vegetables, tossing to coat. Cook for another 1-2 minutes until the sauce thickens and glazes the ingredients.
  6. Step 6: Sprinkle 2 sliced scallions on top and serve immediately with steamed rice or noodles.

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