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Ginger Garlic Chicken Stir Fry

By NapTime Village Test Kitchen

Colorful veggies, juicy chicken, and a glossy ginger-garlic sauce that comes together faster than takeout.

Skillet filled with chicken stir fry and vegetables

Prep

20 mins

Cook

12 mins

Total

32 mins

Calories

493 kcal

Protein

45.8 g

Carbohydrates

26.1 g

Serves

4 bowls

Fat

24.3 g

Longevity

56/100

Ginger garlic chicken stir fry is a weeknight workhorse that still feels like a real home-cooked meal. The chicken sears quickly, the vegetables stay crisp, and the sauce ties everything together in one pan. Fresh ginger and garlic build deep flavor without needing heavy ingredients. A little honey smooths out the edges and balances the savory notes. This recipe is easy to prep ahead, which makes dinner less stressful on busy days. You can serve it over rice, noodles, or cauliflower rice based on what your family likes. The mix of protein and vegetables helps the bowl feel satisfying without being overly heavy. It is also flexible, so you can swap in whatever sturdy vegetables you have on hand. Leftovers reheat well and make a strong lunch the next day. This is a country-kitchen stir fry that keeps supper simple, balanced, and full of flavor.

Ingredients

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  • Fiber / plants
  • Fats
  • Flavor / spices

Ingredient notes

  • Slice chicken evenly so it cooks quickly and stays tender.

  • Keep the sauce near the stove and whisk again before pouring.

Step-by-step

4 bowls
  1. 1

    Step 1

    Whisk the sauce

    • Ingredients:
      • 1/3 cups low-sodium tamari
      • 2 tablespoons rice vinegar
      • 2 tablespoons honey
      • 1 tablespoon toasted sesame oil
      • 1 tablespoon grated ginger
      • 3 minced garlic cloves
      • 1 teaspoon chili-garlic sauce
      • 2 tablespoons cold water
      • 2 teaspoons cornstarch
    • Action: Whisk into a smooth sauce and keep near the stove.
  2. 2

    Step 2

    Sear the chicken

    • Ingredients:
      • 1 1/2 pounds chicken thigh strips
      • 1/2 teaspoons kosher salt
      • 1/4 teaspoons pepper
      • 2 teaspoons avocado or neutral oil
    • Action: Season chicken and sear 3 to 4 minutes until browned and cooked through; transfer to a plate.
  3. 3

    Step 3

    Flash-cook the vegetables

    • Ingredients:
      • 1 teaspoon avocado oil
      • 1 red bell pepper
      • 2 cups broccoli
      • 1 cup snap peas
      • 1 large carrot
      • Whites of 4 green onions
    • Action: Stir fry 3 to 4 minutes until crisp-tender.
  4. 4

    Step 4

    Finish with sauce

    • Ingredients:
      • Reserved chicken and juices
      • Prepared sauce
      • Green onion tops
      • 1 tablespoon toasted sesame seeds
    • Action: Return chicken, pour in sauce, and toss 1 minute until glossy.
  5. 5

    Step 5

    Serve

    • Ingredients:
      • Cooked rice or noodles
      • Lime wedges
    • Action: Portion stir fry over rice or noodles and finish with lime.

Step insights

  • Cooking the chicken first prevents overcooking the vegetables.

Equipment

  • 12-inch skillet or wok

  • Cutting board and chef's knife

  • Small mixing bowl or jar

  • Silicone spatula or wooden spoon

  • Measuring cups and spoons

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