Honey-Garlic Chicken Stir Fry with Bell Peppers

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A colorful stir fry featuring tender chicken pieces glazed in a sweet and savory honey-garlic sauce, paired with crisp bell peppers. This asian-inspired chicken (gluten free option) ready in about 30 minutes pairs cut into 1-inch strips chicken breast, minced garlic cloves, honey for a weeknight-friendly dinner that comes together with one pan and minimal cleanup. Each serving lands at about 280 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.

Prep: 15 min Cook: 15 min Serves 4 Asian cuisine 280 cal/serving
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Ingredients

Instructions

  1. Step 1: Heat 2 tbsp vegetable oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat. Add 1 lb chicken breast strips and sauté for 5-6 minutes until golden and cooked through, then remove chicken and set aside.
  2. Step 2: In the same skillet, add minced 4 garlic cloves and cook for 30 seconds until fragrant. Add sliced 1 medium red, 1 medium yellow, and 1 medium green bell peppers and stir fry for 3-4 minutes until slightly tender but still crisp.
  3. Step 3: In a small bowl, whisk together 3 tbsp honey, 1/4 cup soy sauce, 2 tbsp rice vinegar, 1 tsp cornstarch, and 2 tbsp water until smooth. Pour this sauce into the skillet with vegetables, stirring until it thickens and coats the peppers.
  4. Step 4: Return the cooked chicken to the skillet and toss everything together for 2 minutes until heated through and coated in sauce.
  5. Step 5: Remove from heat and garnish with 1 tsp sesame seeds and 2 thinly sliced green onions before serving.

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Frequently asked questions

How long does Honey-Garlic Chicken Stir Fry with Bell Peppers 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 Honey-Garlic Chicken Stir Fry with Bell Peppers?

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 minced garlic cloves from drying out.

Can I substitute ingredients in Honey-Garlic Chicken Stir Fry with Bell Peppers?

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 Honey-Garlic Chicken Stir Fry with Bell Peppers 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 Honey-Garlic Chicken Stir Fry with Bell Peppers gluten free option?

Yes — this recipe is tagged gluten free option based on its ingredient list. Always cross-check labels for packaged ingredients (sauces, broths, condiments) since formulations vary by brand.

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