Honey-Glazed Chicken Stir-Fry with Snap Peas
Tender chicken strips coated in a sweet-savory honey-ginger glaze, stir-fried with crisp snap peas and carrots for a vibrant weeknight meal. This asian-inspired quick meals (gluten-free, high-protein) ready in about 27 minutes pairs boneless chicken thighs, snap peas, medium carrots for a weeknight-friendly dinner that comes together with one pan and minimal cleanup. Each serving lands at about 480 calories and feeds 2, 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
- 8 oz boneless chicken thighs
- 1 cup snap peas
- 1 medium carrots
- 2 tbsp honey
- 1.5 tbsp soy sauce
- 1 tbsp fresh ginger
- 2 garlic cloves
- 1 tsp sesame oil
- 1 tbsp cornstarch
- 2 tbsp vegetable oil
Instructions
- Step 1: Trim 8 oz boneless chicken thighs and slice into 1/2-inch thick strips. Place in a bowl, add 1 tbsp cornstarch, and toss to coat evenly.
- Step 2: Thinly slice 1 medium carrot into matchsticks and trim 1 cup snap peas by removing ends.
- Step 3: Finely mince 1 tbsp fresh ginger and 2 garlic cloves. In a small bowl, whisk together 2 tbsp honey, 1.5 tbsp soy sauce, and 1 tsp sesame oil.
- Step 4: Heat 2 tbsp vegetable oil in a wok or large skillet over medium-high heat until shimmering. Add chicken strips in a single layer and cook for 3-4 minutes per side until golden brown and cooked through, then remove and set aside.
- Step 5: Add snap peas and carrots to the hot skillet, stir-frying for 2 minutes until crisp-tender. Add minced ginger and garlic, cooking for 30 seconds until fragrant.
- Step 6: Return chicken to the skillet, pour in the honey-soy glaze, and toss constantly for 2 minutes until the sauce thickens and coats the chicken evenly, bubbling gently around the edges.
- Step 7: Serve immediately over steamed rice with extra glaze drizzled on top.
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Frequently asked questions
How long does Honey-Glazed Chicken Stir-Fry with Snap Peas 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 Honey-Glazed Chicken Stir-Fry with Snap Peas?
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 thighs from drying out.
Can I substitute ingredients in Honey-Glazed Chicken Stir-Fry with Snap Peas?
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 Stir-Fry with Snap Peas for a different number of people?
The recipe is written for 2 servings. Multiply each ingredient by (your serving target / 2). 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-Glazed Chicken Stir-Fry with Snap Peas gluten-free?
Yes — this recipe is tagged gluten-free, high-protein based on its ingredient list. Always cross-check labels for packaged ingredients (sauces, broths, condiments) since formulations vary by brand.
What others are saying
- ★★★★☆
Good flavors but the sauce was a bit thin. I'd reduce it longer.
- ★★★★☆
Really good but took about 10 minutes longer than stated.
- ★★★☆☆
Decent recipe but nothing special. Might try a different version.
