Honey-Soy Glazed Chicken Stir Fry with Bell Peppers
A vibrant chicken stir fry featuring tender chicken breast and sweet bell peppers, coated in a glossy honey-soy glaze for an irresistible weeknight dinner. This asian-inspired chicken ready in about 30 minutes pairs thinly sliced chicken breast, minced garlic cloves, minced fresh ginger 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 lb, thinly sliced chicken breast
- 1 medium, sliced into 1/2-inch strips red bell pepper
- 1 medium, sliced into 1/2-inch strips yellow bell pepper
- 3 cloves, minced garlic cloves
- 1 tbsp, minced fresh ginger
- 3 tbsp soy sauce
- 2 tbsp honey
- 1 tbsp rice vinegar
- 1 tbsp sesame oil
- 2 tbsp vegetable oil
- 2, thinly sliced for garnish scallions
- 1 tsp, toasted for garnish sesame seeds
Instructions
- Step 1: Heat 2 tbsp vegetable oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat. Add 1 lb thinly sliced chicken breast and sauté for 5-6 minutes until golden and cooked through, stirring occasionally.
- Step 2: Add 3 minced garlic cloves and 1 tbsp minced fresh ginger to the skillet and cook for 1 minute until fragrant, stirring constantly to prevent burning.
- Step 3: Toss in 1 medium sliced red bell pepper and 1 medium sliced yellow bell pepper, stir-frying for 4 minutes until vegetables are tender-crisp.
- Step 4: In a small bowl, mix 3 tbsp soy sauce, 2 tbsp honey, 1 tbsp rice vinegar, and 1 tbsp sesame oil. Pour the sauce over the chicken and vegetables, stirring to coat everything evenly.
- Step 5: Cook for another 2 minutes until the sauce thickens slightly and glazes the ingredients.
- Step 6: Remove from heat and garnish with 2 thinly sliced scallions and 1 tsp toasted sesame seeds before serving.
Frequently asked questions
How long does Honey-Soy Glazed Chicken Stir Fry with Bell Peppers take to make?
Total time is about 30 minutes (15 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-Soy Glazed Chicken Stir Fry with Bell Peppers?
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 thinly sliced chicken breast from drying out.
Can I substitute ingredients in Honey-Soy Glazed Chicken Stir Fry with Bell Peppers?
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-Soy Glazed Chicken Stir Fry with Bell Peppers 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-Soy Glazed Chicken Stir Fry with Bell Peppers?
Asian chicken 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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