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Quick Spring Chicken Stir Fry with Crisp Sugar Snap Peas

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A quick and healthy stir fry featuring tender chicken breast and crisp sugar snap peas, ready in about 20 minutes. Perfect for busy weeknights, this recipe balances fresh spring flavors with a simple, flavorful sauce.

Ingredients

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  • 1 pound boneless skinless chicken breast, cut into thin strips
  • 8 ounces fresh sugar snap peas, washed
  • 2 cloves garlic, minced
  • 1 teaspoon fresh ginger, grated
  • 3 tablespoons low-sodium soy sauce or tamari for gluten-free option
  • 1 teaspoon sesame oil
  • 2 tablespoons vegetable oil or canola oil, divided
  • 1 tablespoon honey or maple syrup
  • 2 green onions, sliced thinly
  • Optional: red pepper flakes or fresh chili slices

Instructions

  1. Slice 1 pound of boneless skinless chicken breasts into thin, even strips about 1/4 inch thick and set aside in a bowl.
  2. In a small bowl, whisk together 3 tablespoons low-sodium soy sauce, 1 tablespoon honey, 1 teaspoon sesame oil, 1 tablespoon vegetable oil, 1 teaspoon grated fresh ginger, and 2 cloves minced garlic. Adjust seasoning as needed.
  3. Heat a large skillet over medium-high heat for about 2 minutes. Add 1 tablespoon vegetable oil and swirl to coat. The oil should shimmer but not smoke.
  4. Add chicken strips in a single layer. Let sear without moving for about 2 minutes, then stir-fry for another 2-3 minutes until cooked through and no longer pink. Remove chicken from pan and set aside.
  5. Add another teaspoon of oil if needed. Stir-fry 8 ounces of sugar snap peas for 2-3 minutes until bright green and crisp.
  6. Add minced garlic and grated ginger from the sauce mixture to the pan. Stir quickly for about 30 seconds until fragrant, avoiding burning.
  7. Return chicken to the pan. Pour remaining sauce over and stir to combine. Cook for another 1-2 minutes until sauce thickens slightly and coats chicken and peas evenly.
  8. Remove from heat, garnish with sliced green onions and optional red pepper flakes.
  9. Serve immediately to enjoy the crisp peas and juicy chicken.

Notes

Cook chicken in batches if your skillet is small to avoid steaming and ensure a good sear. Preheat pan properly for best results. If sauce is too thin, thicken with a cornstarch slurry (1 tsp cornstarch mixed with 1 tbsp cold water) added in the last minute of cooking. Use fresh sugar snap peas for best texture; frozen peas may make the dish soggy. Optional additions include asparagus tips, baby carrots, tofu, shrimp, or cashews for variation.

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Keywords: quick chicken stir fry, sugar snap peas, healthy dinner, easy weeknight meal, spring vegetables, gluten-free option

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