Mediterranean Diet Friendly Chicken Stir-Fry with Ginger & Scallion

Total time55 min

Prep time20 min

Cook time20 min

Mediterranean Diet Friendly Chicken Stir-Fry with Ginger & Scallion

Thinly sliced chicken breast gets a quick marinade before hitting a screaming-hot wok, where it turns golden and glazed alongside crisp-tender carrots, red bell pepper, and baby bok choy. Fresh ginger and scallion greens bring bright, aromatic lift, while a glossy sauce thickened with a touch of cornstarch pulls everything together in the final toss. The lean protein, vegetable-forward ratio, and light, quick-cooking technique make this a natural fit for a Mediterranean-style plate, especially when you serve it over jasmine rice or swap in a grain like farro or bulgur for extra staying power. Each bowl comes together in one pan with minimal fuss, so it's easy to load up on color and crunch without weighing things down. A scatter of sesame seeds at the end adds a little nutty crunch to finish it off. It's a weeknight-friendly dinner that still feels like it hits every note — savory, fresh, and satisfying.

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Ingredients

4 servings

For the chicken

1½ lb boneless, skinless chicken breast, thinly sliced against the grain
2 tbsp tamari
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1 tbsp cornstarch
Chef's tip
For thickening, use about 1 1/3 times as much tapioca flour, stirred into a spoonful of cold water first; take the pan off the heat soon after it thickens.
1 tsp sesame oil

For the sauce

3 tbsp tamari
2 tbsp chicken broth
1 tbsp maple syrup
Chef's tip
Use the same amount; honey is a little thicker and slightly sweeter.
1 tbsp rice vinegar
1 tsp cornstarch
Chef's tip
For thickening, use about 1 1/3 times as much tapioca flour, stirred into a spoonful of cold water first; take the pan off the heat soon after it thickens.
1 tsp sesame oil

For the stir-fry

2 tbsp garlic-infused oil
1 tbsp fresh ginger, peeled and finely grated
2 medium carrots, peeled and cut into thin matchsticks
1 medium red bell pepper, thinly sliced
2 cups baby bok choy, halved lengthwise
6 scallions, green tops only, cut into 1-inch pieces

For serving

2 cups jasmine rice, uncooked
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1 tbsp sesame seeds (optional)

Instructions

1
In a medium bowl, combine the sliced chicken with 2 tbsp tamari, 1 tbsp cornstarch, and 1 tsp sesame oil. Toss until every piece is evenly coated, then set aside to marinate for 15 minutes at room temperature.
2
While the chicken marinates, cook the jasmine rice according to package directions in a medium saucepan. Keep warm, covered, until ready to serve.

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