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Honey Garlic Chicken Stir-Fry

Honey Garlic Chicken Stir-Fry: Sweet, Savory, & Super Quick

Make a quick and delicious Honey Garlic Chicken Stir-Fry in just 30 minutes that rivals restaurant dishes, perfect for busy weeknights.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 20 minutes
Total Time 30 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Dinner
Cuisine: Asian
Calories: 450
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Chicken
  • 1 pound Boneless Skinless Chicken Thighs or chicken breasts
  • 1 teaspoon Salt
  • 1 teaspoon Pepper
  • 1 teaspoon Garlic Powder
  • 2 tablespoons Cornstarch or flour
For Cooking
  • 1 tablespoon Vegetable Oil or canola/grapeseed oil
  • 1 teaspoon Sesame Oil or olive oil
For the Veggies
  • 1 medium Zucchini or broccoli/snap peas
  • 1 cup Chopped Bell Pepper any color
  • 1 medium White Onion or green onions/shallots
  • 2 cloves Garlic minced
  • 1 tablespoon Ginger minced
For the Sauce
  • 1/4 cup Honey or maple syrup
  • 1/4 cup Low-Sodium Soy Sauce or tamari
  • 1/4 cup Chicken Broth or vegetable/beef broth
  • 1 tablespoon Rice Vinegar or apple cider vinegar
  • 1/2 teaspoon Red Pepper Flakes adjust to taste
  • 1 tablespoon Additional Cornstarch

Equipment

  • large skillet

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions
  1. In a mixing bowl, combine chicken thighs with salt, pepper, garlic powder, and cornstarch. Toss until coated and set aside.
  2. In another bowl, whisk together honey, soy sauce, chicken broth, rice vinegar, and red pepper flakes. Set aside.
  3. Heat skillet over medium-high. Add vegetable oil and sesame oil. Stir-fry zucchini, bell pepper, and onion for 3-4 minutes until tender-crisp.
  4. In the same skillet, add more vegetable oil and the seasoned chicken thighs. Cook for 5-7 minutes, turning until browned. Add minced garlic and ginger, cooking for 1 minute.
  5. Pour sauce over chicken, stirring to combine. Bring to a boil and simmer for 2-3 minutes until thickened.
  6. Return vegetables to the skillet and toss gently for 1-2 minutes over medium heat.
  7. Serve hot over cooked rice, garnished with sesame seeds and green onions.

Nutrition

Serving: 1bowlCalories: 450kcalCarbohydrates: 30gProtein: 35gFat: 15gSaturated Fat: 2gPolyunsaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 5gCholesterol: 80mgSodium: 600mgPotassium: 700mgFiber: 3gSugar: 15gVitamin A: 500IUVitamin C: 60mgCalcium: 50mgIron: 2mg

Notes

For best flavor, use fresh garlic and ginger. Avoid using frozen vegetables to prevent sogginess.

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