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Honey Garlic Chicken Stir Fry

Honey Garlic Chicken Stir Fry
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A quick and flavorful Honey Garlic Chicken Stir Fry combining tender chicken, crisp vegetables, and a perfectly balanced sweet and savory honey-garlic sauce. Ready in under 30 minutes, this one-pan meal is ideal for busy weeknights and offers a nutritious, colorful, and versatile dinner option that feels like takeout made at home.

Ingredients

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Proteins

  • 1 lb boneless, skinless chicken breast or thighs, sliced into bite-sized pieces

Sauce

  • 3 tablespoons honey
  • 3 tablespoons soy sauce (or tamari for gluten-free)
  • 3 cloves fresh garlic, minced
  • 1 teaspoon cornstarch

Vegetables

  • 1 cup bell peppers, sliced
  • 1 cup broccoli florets
  • 1 cup snap peas

Other Ingredients

  • 2 tablespoons olive or vegetable oil
  • 2 green onions, chopped (for garnish)
  • Optional: red chili flakes or sesame seeds for garnish

Instructions

  1. Prepare the Ingredients: Slice the chicken into bite-sized pieces and chop the vegetables into uniform pieces. Mince the garlic finely to ensure its flavor distributes evenly.
  2. Make the Honey Garlic Sauce: In a small bowl, whisk together the honey, soy sauce, minced garlic, and cornstarch until smooth. This will become a thick, flavorful glaze.
  3. Cook the Chicken: Heat oil in a large skillet or wok over medium-high heat. Add the chicken pieces and sauté for 5-7 minutes until golden brown and cooked through. Remove the chicken from the pan and set aside to keep warm.
  4. Sauté the Vegetables: In the same pan, add a little more oil if needed. Add the bell peppers, broccoli, and snap peas, stir-frying for 3-4 minutes until vegetables are bright, crisp-tender, and slightly caramelized.
  5. Combine and Simmer: Return the cooked chicken to the pan. Pour the honey garlic sauce over the chicken and vegetables, tossing gently to coat. Let simmer for 2-3 minutes until the sauce thickens and clings to the ingredients.
  6. Garnish and Serve: Remove the pan from heat. Sprinkle chopped green onions and optional sesame seeds or red chili flakes on top. Serve immediately with jasmine rice, noodles, or your preferred side.

Notes

  • Use high heat to quickly sear the chicken and keep vegetables crisp.
  • Don’t overcrowd the pan to ensure even browning instead of steaming.
  • Prepare the sauce before cooking to streamline the process.
  • Adjust sauce thickness by adding extra cornstarch slurry or a splash of water as needed.
  • Allow cooked chicken to rest briefly before slicing to retain moisture.

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