Honey-Sesame Glazed Chicken Stir Fry

By AislePrompt Editorial · Published 2026-05-18 · Updated 2026-05-18

A quick and flavorful chicken stir fry with a sticky honey-sesame glaze and crisp vegetables, perfect for a weeknight dinner. This Asian fusion recipe (gluten free option), ready in about 30 minutes, pairs boneless skinless chicken thighs, sesame oil, garlic cloves, minced 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 rice, quinoa, or a quick salad. 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 boneless skinless chicken thighs
• 2 tbsp sesame oil
• 3 garlic cloves, minced
• 1 tbsp fresh ginger, grated
• 1 medium red bell pepper, sliced
• 2 cups broccoli florets
• 1 large carrot, julienned
• 1/4 cup soy sauce
• 2 tbsp honey
• 1 tbsp rice vinegar
• 1 tsp cornstarch
• 2 tbsp water
• 1 tbsp toasted sesame seeds
• 2 stalks green onions, sliced

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Instructions

1. Step 1: Cut 1 lb boneless skinless chicken thighs into bite-sized pieces. Heat 2 tbsp sesame oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat. Add the chicken pieces and cook for 5-6 minutes, stirring occasionally, until golden brown and cooked through.
2. Step 2: Add 3 minced garlic cloves and 1 tbsp grated fresh ginger to the skillet. Sauté for 1 minute until fragrant but not browned.
3. Step 3: Stir in 1 sliced red bell pepper, 2 cups broccoli florets, and 1 julienned large carrot. Cook for 4-5 minutes until vegetables are tender-crisp.
4. Step 4: In a small bowl, whisk together 1/4 cup soy sauce, 2 tbsp honey, and 1 tbsp rice vinegar. Mix 1 tsp cornstarch with 2 tbsp water until smooth, then add to the sauce.
5. Step 5: Pour the sauce mixture over the chicken and vegetables. Cook for 2-3 minutes, stirring constantly, until the sauce thickens and coats the ingredients.
6. Step 6: Remove from heat and sprinkle 1 tbsp toasted sesame seeds and 2 sliced green onions over the top before serving.