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Easy Honey Garlic Chicken Stir-Fry Recipe with Crisp Veggies at Home

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A quick and easy honey garlic chicken stir-fry with crisp veggies, perfect for busy weeknights. This dish combines tender chicken with a sticky, flavorful sauce and fresh vegetables for a wholesome meal.

Ingredients

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  • 1 lb (450g) boneless, skinless chicken breasts, thinly sliced (room temperature for even cooking)
  • 2 tablespoons soy sauce
  • 1 tablespoon cornstarch
  • 1 teaspoon sesame oil (optional)
  • 3 tablespoons honey
  • 4 cloves garlic, minced
  • 2 tablespoons soy sauce
  • 1 tablespoon rice vinegar
  • 1/2 teaspoon crushed red pepper flakes (optional)
  • 1/4 cup (60ml) water or chicken broth
  • 1 cup broccoli florets
  • 1 red bell pepper, thinly sliced
  • 1 medium carrot, julienned or thinly sliced
  • 1/2 cup snap peas, trimmed
  • 2 green onions, sliced
  • Cooked white or brown rice, quinoa, or noodles (optional)
  • Sesame seeds, toasted (for garnish)

Instructions

  1. Marinate the Chicken: In a medium bowl, combine 2 tablespoons soy sauce, cornstarch, and sesame oil. Add the thinly sliced chicken and toss to coat evenly. Let it sit for 10-15 minutes while you prep the veggies.
  2. Prepare the Honey Garlic Sauce: In a small bowl, whisk together honey, minced garlic, 2 tablespoons soy sauce, rice vinegar, red pepper flakes, and water or chicken broth. Set aside.
  3. Prep the Veggies: Wash and cut broccoli into small florets, slice the red bell pepper thinly, julienne the carrot, and trim snap peas. Slice green onions and set aside for garnish.
  4. Cook the Chicken: Heat a tablespoon of oil in your skillet or wok over medium-high heat until shimmering. Add the chicken in a single layer and cook for 3-4 minutes per side until golden brown and cooked through. Remove chicken and set aside.
  5. Stir-Fry the Veggies: In the same skillet, add a splash more oil if needed. Toss in the broccoli and carrots first, stir-fry for about 3 minutes until they start to soften but still have a bite. Add bell pepper and snap peas, cooking for another 2 minutes.
  6. Combine Everything: Return the chicken to the pan with the veggies. Pour in the honey garlic sauce and stir well to coat everything. Cook for 2-3 minutes more until the sauce thickens and glazes the chicken and veggies.
  7. Serve and Garnish: Remove from heat and sprinkle with sliced green onions and toasted sesame seeds. Serve immediately over steamed rice, noodles, or quinoa.

Notes

Keep the heat high enough to get a nice sear but not so high that the garlic burns. If the sauce thickens too fast, add a splash more water or broth to loosen it up. Stir constantly once the sauce goes in to avoid sticking or burning. Freeze chicken for 15-20 minutes before slicing for easier, uniform cuts. Use almond flour instead of cornstarch for gluten-free option. Substitute veggies as desired. For less sweet sauce, reduce honey by half and add more rice vinegar or soy sauce.

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