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Quick honey garlic chicken stir-fry with broccoli and peppers ready in 25 minutes

Honey Garlic Chicken Stir-Fry

This sweet and savory stir-fry is our family's go-to weeknight rescue meal! Tender chicken and crisp veggies coated in a sticky honey garlic sauce—ready in just 25 minutes.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 15 minutes
Total Time 25 minutes
Servings: 4
Course: Main Course
Cuisine: Asian-Inspired
Calories: 385
Ingredients Equipment Method Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Stir-Fry:
  • 1 lb 450g boneless chicken breast, thinly sliced
  • 1 cup broccoli florets
  • 1 red bell pepper sliced
  • 1 medium carrot julienned
  • 2 tablespoons olive oil
For the Sauce:
  • 3 tablespoons honey
  • 2 tablespoons soy sauce
  • 2 cloves garlic minced
  • 1 teaspoon grated ginger
  • 1 tablespoon rice vinegar
  • 1 teaspoon sesame oil
For Thickening:
  • 1 tablespoon cornstarch
  • 2 tablespoons water
For Serving:
  • 2 cups cooked rice
  • 1 tablespoon sesame seeds
  • 2 green onions chopped

Equipment

  • Large skillet or wok
  • Cutting board and sharp knife
  • Measuring spoons and cups
  • Small mixing bowls
  • Wooden spoon or spatula

Method
 

Prep Ingredients:
  1. Slice chicken into thin, even strips
  2. Chop broccoli, bell pepper, and carrot into bite-sized pieces
  3. In a small bowl, mix honey, soy sauce, minced garlic, grated ginger, rice vinegar, and sesame oil
  4. Make a cornstarch slurry by mixing 1 tbsp of cornstarch with 2 tbsp of water
Cook Chicken:
  1. Heat 1 tbsp olive oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat
  2. Add chicken in a single layer and cook 5-6 minutes until golden brown
  3. Remove chicken from the skillet and set aside
Stir-Fry Vegetables:
  1. Add the remaining 1 tbsp of oil to the same skillet
  2. Add broccoli, bell pepper, and carrot
  3. Stir-fry for 4-5 minutes until vegetables are crisp-tender
Combine Everything:
  1. Return cooked chicken to the skillet
  2. Pour prepared sauce over chicken and vegetables
  3. Add cornstarch slurry and stir continuously
  4. Cook for 2-3 minutes until the sauce thickens and coats everything evenly
Serve:
  1. Divide cooked rice among 4 bowls
  2. Top with honey garlic chicken stir-fry
  3. Garnish with sesame seeds and chopped green onions

Notes

  • Make Ahead: Sauce can be made 2 days ahead and refrigerated
  • Vegetarian Option: Use tofu instead of chicken
  • Spicy Version: Add 1 tsp sriracha to the sauce
  • Gluten-Free: Use tamari instead of soy sauce
  • Freezing: Freeze without rice for the best results
  • Mom Tip: Double the sauce! It freezes well for other quick dinners