Honey-Glazed Chicken Bites with Sweet Bell Pepper Stir-Fry

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Tender chicken bites glazed in a honey soy sauce, stir-fried with colorful sweet bell peppers for a quick, flavorful meal. This asian-inspired stir fry ready in about 25 minutes pairs chicken breast, honey, soy sauce for a weeknight-friendly dinner that comes together with one pan and minimal cleanup. Each serving lands at about 320 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: 10 min Cook: 15 min Serves 4 Asian cuisine 320 cal/serving
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Ingredients

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Instructions

  1. Step 1: Toss 1 lb chicken breast cubes with 1 tbsp cornstarch and 1/4 tsp black pepper until evenly coated.
  2. Step 2: Heat 2 tbsp vegetable oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat. Add the chicken cubes and cook for 5-6 minutes, turning occasionally until golden and cooked through.
  3. Step 3: Add 3 minced garlic cloves to the skillet and sauté for 30 seconds until fragrant.
  4. Step 4: Stir in 3 tbsp honey and 2 tbsp soy sauce; cook for 2 minutes, coating the chicken in the glaze and allowing it to thicken slightly.
  5. Step 5: Add the sliced 1 red, 1 yellow, and 1 green bell peppers; stir-fry with the chicken for 3-4 minutes until the peppers are tender-crisp.
  6. Step 6: Mix 3 tbsp water with remaining 1 tbsp cornstarch and pour into the skillet. Stir constantly for 1-2 minutes until the sauce thickens and coats the chicken and peppers.
  7. Step 7: Remove from heat and sprinkle 1 tsp sesame seeds on top before serving.

Frequently asked questions

How long does Honey-Glazed Chicken Bites with Sweet Bell Pepper Stir-Fry take to make?

Total time is about 25 minutes (10 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-Glazed Chicken Bites with Sweet Bell Pepper 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 chicken breast from drying out.

Can I substitute ingredients in Honey-Glazed Chicken Bites with Sweet Bell Pepper 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 Honey-Glazed Chicken Bites with Sweet Bell Pepper 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.

What goes well with Honey-Glazed Chicken Bites with Sweet Bell Pepper Stir-Fry?

Asian stir fry 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.

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