Hoisin-Glazed Chicken Stir-Fry
Bright, savory chicken and vegetables coated in a homemade hoisin glaze, ready in under 30 minutes. This asian-inspired quick meals (gluten-free) ready in about 30 minutes pairs boneless chicken breast, broccoli florets, bell peppers for a weeknight-friendly dinner that comes together with one pan and minimal cleanup. Each serving lands at about 380 calories and feeds 4, so it slots cleanly into a weekly meal plan and pairs well with rice, quinoa, or a quick salad. 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, sliced into 1/2-inch strips boneless chicken breast
- 2 cups broccoli florets
- 1 cup, sliced into thin strips bell peppers
- 3 tbsp hoisin sauce
- 1 tbsp rice vinegar
- 1 tsp sesame oil
- 1/4 cup water
- 1 tbsp vegetable oil
- 1 tbsp, minced fresh ginger
- 2 tbsp, for garnish sliced green onions
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Instructions
- Step 1: Whisk 3 tbsp hoisin sauce, 1 tbsp rice vinegar, 1 tsp sesame oil, and 1/4 cup water in a small bowl until smooth.
- Step 2: Heat 1 tbsp vegetable oil in a large skillet over high heat. Add 12 oz sliced chicken breast and cook for 5 minutes until golden brown and cooked through, then transfer to a plate.
- Step 3: Add 1 tbsp minced ginger to the skillet and stir-fry for 30 seconds until fragrant, then add 2 cups broccoli florets and 1 cup sliced bell peppers. Cook for 3 minutes until vegetables are crisp-tender.
- Step 4: Return chicken to skillet, pour in hoisin sauce mixture, and toss to coat evenly. Cook for 2 minutes until sauce thickens and coats the chicken and vegetables.
- Step 5: Garnish with 2 tbsp sliced green onions and serve over rice.
Frequently asked questions
How long does Hoisin-Glazed Chicken Stir-Fry take to make?
Total time is about 30 minutes (15 min prep + 15 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 Hoisin-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 Hoisin-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 Hoisin-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 Hoisin-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
- ★★★★★
Made exactly as written. Wouldn't change a thing.
- ★★★★☆
Good flavors but the sauce was a bit thin. I'd reduce it longer.
- ★★★★☆
My family liked it. I personally would prefer more depth of flavor.
