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Freshly cooked chicken stir-fry with green pea pods

Name: Chicken & Pea Pods

Summary: A quick and healthy stir-fry recipe featuring tender chicken and crisp snow or snap peas. Perfect for weeknight dinners, meal prep, or light lunches. This dish is rich in protein, low in calories, and bursting with flavor.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 10 minutes
30 minutes
Total Time 55 minutes
Servings: 4
Course: dinner
Cuisine: Asian-Inspired
Calories: 230
Ingredients Equipment Method Notes

Ingredients
  

  • Ingredients Serves 3–4
  • 1 lb 450g boneless, skinless chicken breast, thinly sliced
  • 2 cups about 200g snow peas or snap peas
  • 1 tablespoon sesame oil or olive oil
  • 2 cloves garlic minced
  • 1 teaspoon fresh ginger grated
  • 2 tablespoons low-sodium soy sauce
  • 1 teaspoon cornstarch optional, for thickening sauce
  • 1 teaspoon honey optional, for added sweetness
  • ½ teaspoon chili flakes optional, for heat
  • Salt and pepper to taste
  • Cooked brown rice or quinoa optional for serving

Equipment

  • Equipment:
  • Wok or large non-stick skillet
  • Cutting board
  • Knife
  • Measuring spoons
  • Wooden spoon or spatula
  • Mixing bowl (for marinating)

Method
 

  1. Instructions
  2. Prep the ingredients: Thinly slice the chicken breast. Trim the ends of pea pods and remove strings if needed. Mince garlic and grate ginger.
  3. Marinate (optional but recommended): In a bowl, mix chicken with 1 tablespoon soy sauce, ginger, and garlic. Let it sit for 15–30 minutes.
  4. Heat the wok: Add sesame oil to a hot pan or wok over medium-high heat.
  5. Cook the chicken: Add chicken slices and stir-fry for 5–6 minutes until golden and fully cooked through.
  6. Add the pea pods: Toss in the snow peas or snap peas. Stir-fry for 2–3 minutes until bright green and still crisp.
  7. Finish the sauce: Add remaining soy sauce, a touch of honey, and cornstarch if you want a slightly thicker glaze. Stir everything for another 1–2 minutes.
  8. Serve: Plate the chicken and pea pods over a bed of brown rice or serve alone for a low-carb option. Garnish with sesame seeds or green onions if desired.

Notes

Notes
Make it spicy: Add sriracha or extra chili flakes for more heat.
Make it gluten-free: Use tamari or coconut aminos instead of soy sauce.
Add crunch: Toss in water chestnuts or chopped bell peppers for added texture.
Vegetarian option: Swap chicken for tofu or tempeh and follow the same cooking method.