Honey-Garlic Chicken Stir-Fry with Broccoli
Crispy chicken thighs stir-fried with bell peppers and broccoli in a tangy-sweet honey, soy and rice-vinegar sauce brightened with garlic and ginger. This asian-inspired one pot ready in about 35 minutes pairs Chicken thighs, Bell peppers, Broccoli for a weeknight-friendly dinner that comes together with one pan and minimal cleanup. Each serving lands at about 420 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
- 1 lb Chicken thighs
- 2 Bell peppers
- 1.5 cups Broccoli
- 3 tbsp Soy sauce
- 2 tbsp Rice vinegar
- 1 tbsp Honey
- 2 cloves Garlic
- 1 tsp Ginger
- 1 tbsp Cornstarch
- 2 tbsp Vegetable oil
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Instructions
- Step 1: Pat 1 lb chicken thighs dry with paper towels and season with 1/2 tsp salt. Heat 2 tbsp vegetable oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat until shimmering.
- Step 2: Add chicken thighs skin-side down and cook for 6 minutes until golden brown. Flip and cook for 4 more minutes until internal temperature reaches 165°F. Remove and set aside.
- Step 3: Thinly slice 2 bell peppers and cut broccoli into small florets. Mince 2 garlic cloves and grate 1 tsp fresh ginger.
- Step 4: In a small bowl, whisk together 3 tbsp soy sauce, 2 tbsp rice vinegar, 1 tbsp honey, and 1 tbsp cornstarch until smooth.
- Step 5: Add bell peppers and broccoli to the skillet with the garlic and ginger. Stir-fry for 3 minutes until vegetables are bright green and crisp-tender.
- Step 6: Return chicken to the skillet and pour sauce mixture over everything. Toss to coat evenly and cook for 2 minutes until sauce thickens and bubbles.
- Step 7: Serve immediately while hot, with the sauce clinging to the chicken and vegetables like the elegant equations of relativity.
Frequently asked questions
How long does Honey-Garlic Chicken Stir-Fry with Broccoli take to make?
Total time is about 35 minutes (20 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 Broccoli?
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 chicken thighs from drying out.
Can I substitute ingredients in Honey-Garlic Chicken Stir-Fry with Broccoli?
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 Broccoli 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.
What goes well with Honey-Garlic Chicken Stir-Fry with Broccoli?
Asian one pot like this pair well with a simple grain (rice, couscous, or crusty bread), a quick salad with acid (lemon vinaigrette, pickled onions), and a pan sauce or yogurt-based dip. Tap "Plan a meal with the AI" to get specific side suggestions.
What others are saying
- ★★★★★
Used frozen vegetables instead of fresh and honestly couldn't tell the difference.
- ★★★★☆
My family liked it. I personally would prefer more depth of flavor.
- ★★★★☆
Good flavors but the sauce was a bit thin. I'd reduce it longer.
