Honey-Glazed Teriyaki Chicken Stir-Fry
Tender chicken thighs coated in a sticky-sweet teriyaki glaze, stir-fried with crisp vegetables for an irresistible weeknight dinner. This asian-inspired quick meals ready in about 35 minutes pairs soy sauce, honey, rice vinegar 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.
Ingredients
- 1.5 lbs, cut into 1-inch cubes boneless chicken thighs
- 2 tbsp soy sauce
- 1 tbsp honey
- 1 tbsp rice vinegar
- 1 clove, minced garlic
- 1 tsp, grated ginger
- 2 tbsp vegetable oil
- 2 cups broccoli florets
- 1, sliced red bell pepper
- 1 cup snap peas
- 1 tbsp cornstarch
- 1/4 cup chicken broth
Instructions
- Step 1: In a bowl, combine 1.5 lbs cubed chicken thighs with 2 tbsp soy sauce, 1 tbsp honey, 1 tbsp rice vinegar, 1 minced garlic clove, and 1 tsp grated ginger. Marinate for 15 minutes.
- Step 2: Heat 2 tbsp vegetable oil in a wok or large skillet over medium-high heat. Add the marinated chicken and cook for 5-6 minutes until golden brown and cooked through, then remove and set aside.
- Step 3: Add 2 cups broccoli florets, 1 sliced red bell pepper, and 1 cup snap peas to the skillet. Stir-fry for 4 minutes until crisp-tender, stirring constantly.
- Step 4: In a small bowl, whisk together 1 tbsp cornstarch and 1/4 cup chicken broth until smooth. Pour the mixture into the skillet and stir until sauce thickens and coats vegetables, about 2 minutes.
- Step 5: Return the cooked chicken to the skillet, toss to coat, and cook for 1 more minute until heated through and sauce is glossy.
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Frequently asked questions
How long does Honey-Glazed Teriyaki Chicken Stir-Fry 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-Glazed Teriyaki 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 soy sauce from drying out.
Can I substitute ingredients in Honey-Glazed Teriyaki 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 Honey-Glazed Teriyaki 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.
What goes well with Honey-Glazed Teriyaki Chicken Stir-Fry?
Asian quick meals 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
- ★★★★★
Swapped butter for olive oil to keep it lighter. Still delicious.
- ★★★★☆
Reliable weeknight option. Not going to blow your mind but always satisfying.
- ★★★☆☆
Average. The concept is good but execution needs work on seasoning.
