Ginger-Scallion Honey-Glazed Chicken Stir-Fry
Tender chicken strips coated in a sweet-savory glaze, stir-fried with crisp vegetables and served over fluffy rice for a restaurant-quality weeknight dinner. This asian-inspired quick meals (gluten-free) ready in about 27 minutes pairs Boneless chicken breast, Soy sauce, Honey for a weeknight-friendly dinner that comes together with one pan and minimal cleanup. Each serving lands at about 480 calories and feeds 4, so it slots cleanly into a weekly meal plan and pairs well with a quick salad or grain on the side. Tap "Plan a meal with the AI" below to drop this recipe into your week and send the ingredients straight to Instacart. Nutrition values are approximate, calculated from USDA FoodData Central (fdc.nal.usda.gov) — verify against ingredient labels for any health-driven dietary plan.
Ingredients
- 12 oz Boneless chicken breast
- 3 tbsp Soy sauce
- 2 tbsp Honey
- 1 tbsp, grated Fresh ginger
- 4, thinly sliced (white and green parts separated) Scallions
- 2 tbsp Olive oil
- 1.5 cups Frozen mixed vegetables
- 4 cups Cooked white rice
Instructions
- Step 1: Cut chicken into 1-inch cubes and toss with 1 tbsp soy sauce and 1 tbsp honey in a bowl, marinating for 10 minutes while preparing other ingredients.
- Step 2: Heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat until shimmering. Add chicken and cook for 5-6 minutes until golden brown and cooked through, then transfer to a plate.
- Step 3: Add remaining 2 tbsp soy sauce, 1 tbsp honey, grated ginger, and 2 tbsp white scallions to the skillet; stir for 30 seconds until fragrant. Add frozen vegetables and stir-fry for 4-5 minutes until crisp-tender with slightly charred edges.
- Step 4: Return chicken to skillet, toss to coat evenly, and cook for 1 more minute. Divide over rice and top with remaining green scallions.
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Frequently asked questions
How long does Ginger-Scallion Honey-Glazed Chicken Stir-Fry take to make?
Total time is about 27 minutes (15 min prep + 12 min cook). Most home cooks find this fits comfortably into a weeknight; double the batch on Sunday for two dinners.
How do I store leftover Ginger-Scallion Honey-Glazed Chicken Stir-Fry?
Cool to room temperature within 2 hours, then store in an airtight container in the fridge for up to 4 days. Reheat covered in a 350°F oven for 10-12 minutes, or microwave at 70% power in 60-second bursts to keep boneless chicken breast from drying out.
Can I substitute ingredients in Ginger-Scallion Honey-Glazed Chicken Stir-Fry?
Yes — most ingredients in this recipe have flexible swaps. For oil, use any neutral high-smoke-point oil (avocado, grapeseed, refined coconut). For aromatics, dried herbs at ⅓ the volume of fresh work in a pinch. The full ingredient list is shoppable on Instacart so you can see substitutes in real time.
How do I scale Ginger-Scallion Honey-Glazed Chicken Stir-Fry for a different number of people?
The recipe is written for 4 servings. Multiply each ingredient by (your serving target / 4). Cook time stays roughly the same up to 2x; for 3-4x batches, switch from a skillet to a sheet pan or stockpot so the food isn't crowded — overcrowding steams instead of browns.
Is Ginger-Scallion Honey-Glazed Chicken Stir-Fry gluten-free?
Yes — this recipe is tagged gluten-free based on its ingredient list. Always cross-check labels for packaged ingredients (sauces, broths, condiments) since formulations vary by brand.
What others are saying
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Absolutely wonderful.
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Absolutely wonderful.
- ★★★★☆
Really good but took about 10 minutes longer than stated.