Easy Peanut Satay Chicken and Veggie Stir-Fry
Tender chicken breast tossed with crisp peppers, mushrooms, tomatoes, and baby corn in a rich homemade peanut tamari sauce. Fully gluten-free and dairy-free for a fast, satisfying evening meal.
Prep
10 min
Cook
10 min
Total
20 min
Makes
1 serving
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Made by Hayley + Lila
Hayley created this recipe with Lila and shared it with the perimenopause community.
The feel-good payoff
Why this meal can feel especially good in perimenopause
Think practical wins: steadier energy, comfortable fullness and one less food decision. Your response is personal, so use the prompts below to notice what works for you.
Perimenopause symptoms and relief · Office on Women’s HealthComfortably satisfied
Fullness that has staying power
This meal is designed to feel substantial, so finishing it can feel like the meal is complete rather than the start of an evening of grazing.
Notice: fullness 2–3 hours later
Steadier energy
Feel fueled, not flattened
A complete meal with protein, carbohydrates and fats is designed to offer more staying power than a quick carb-only fix.
Notice: energy 1–3 hours later
Digestive comfort
A portion that works for you
Fiber and plants can support digestion, but more is not always better overnight. Start with a comfortable portion and build gradually.
Notice: comfort + portion
Everyday strength
Support the basics consistently
A nourishing meal supports the protein, energy and overall nutrition that help you keep showing up for daily movement.
Notice: energy for movement
Setup
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Prep
10 min
Cook
10 min
Total
20 min
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Equipment
Wok · Large skillet · Whisk · Mixing bowl
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Prep the vegetables and measure pantry ingredients earlier in the day to shorten cook time.
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Ingredients
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Instructions
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Next: Whisk peanut butter
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Whisk peanut butter
Whisk peanut butter, tamari, sesame oil, garlic, ginger paste, honey, and 2 tbsp (30ml) of warm water in a small bowl until completely smooth to create the satay sauce.
Look for: completely smooth to create the satay sauce
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Heat a large non-stick skillet or wok…
Heat a large non-stick skillet or wok over medium-high heat (375°F / 190°C).
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Add chicken breast pieces to the hot…
Add chicken breast pieces to the hot skillet and cook for 5 to 6 minutes, stirring occasionally, until browned on the outside and cooked through (internal temperature reaches 165°F / 74°C).
Look for: browned on the outside and cooked through (internal temperature reaches 165°F / 74°C)
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Add sliced bell pepper
Add sliced bell pepper, button mushrooms, baby corn, and cherry tomatoes to the pan.
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Stir-fry for 3 to 4 minutes until…
Stir-fry for 3 to 4 minutes until vegetables are tender-crisp and bright in color.
Look for: vegetables are tender-crisp and bright in color
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Pour the prepared satay sauce over the…
Pour the prepared satay sauce over the chicken and vegetables in the pan.
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Toss continuously for 1 to 2 minutes…
Toss continuously for 1 to 2 minutes over medium heat until everything is evenly coated and the sauce is warm and slightly thickened.
Look for: everything is evenly coated and the sauce is warm and slightly thickened
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Plate immediately and serve hot
Plate immediately and serve hot.
Ready when: everything is assembled and ready to enjoy
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