Honey-Soy Glazed Chicken Stir Fry with Sesame and Broccoli

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A vibrant stir fry featuring tender chicken thighs glazed in a honey-soy sauce, complemented by crisp broccoli and toasted sesame seeds. This asian-inspired stir fry (gluten free option) ready in about 25 minutes pairs chicken thighs, boneless and skinless, broccoli florets, 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

Instructions

  1. Step 1: Cut 1 lb boneless, skinless chicken thighs into 1-inch pieces. In a small bowl, whisk together 3 tbsp soy sauce and 2 tbsp honey until combined.
  2. Step 2: Heat 2 tbsp vegetable oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat. Add the chicken pieces and cook for 5-6 minutes, stirring occasionally, until browned and cooked through.
  3. Step 3: Add 3 minced garlic cloves and 1 tbsp grated fresh ginger to the skillet, sautéing for 1 minute until fragrant but not burnt.
  4. Step 4: Toss in 2 cups broccoli florets and stir fry for 3-4 minutes until they turn bright green and are tender-crisp.
  5. Step 5: Pour the honey-soy mixture and 1 tbsp sesame oil over the chicken and broccoli. Stir continuously for 2 minutes until the sauce thickens and coats everything evenly.
  6. Step 6: Remove from heat and sprinkle 1 tbsp toasted sesame seeds and 2 sliced green onions over the top before serving.

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Frequently asked questions

How long does Honey-Soy Glazed Chicken Stir Fry with Sesame and Broccoli 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-Soy Glazed Chicken Stir Fry with Sesame and Broccoli?

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 broccoli florets from drying out.

Can I substitute ingredients in Honey-Soy Glazed Chicken Stir Fry with Sesame and Broccoli?

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 Sesame and Broccoli 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.

Is Honey-Soy Glazed Chicken Stir Fry with Sesame and Broccoli gluten free option?

Yes — this recipe is tagged gluten free option based on its ingredient list. Always cross-check labels for packaged ingredients (sauces, broths, condiments) since formulations vary by brand.

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