Quick Stir-Fried Chicken Cubes with Garlic and Soy Glaze

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A fast and kid-friendly stir-fry of tender chicken cubes coated in a savory garlic soy glaze, ready in just 15 minutes. This asian fusion-inspired chicken ready in about 20 minutes pairs canola oil, minced garlic cloves, low sodium soy sauce for a weeknight-friendly dinner that comes together with one pan and minimal cleanup. Each serving lands at about 310 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: 5 min Cook: 15 min Serves 4 Asian Fusion cuisine 310 cal/serving
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Ingredients

Instructions

  1. Step 1: In a small bowl, whisk together 3 tbsp low sodium soy sauce, 2 tbsp honey, 1 tsp cornstarch, and 2 tbsp water until smooth; set aside.
  2. Step 2: Heat 2 tsp canola oil in a large skillet or wok over medium-high heat until hot but not smoking.
  3. Step 3: Add 1.5 pounds cubed boneless skinless chicken breasts and stir-fry for 5-6 minutes until the chicken is cooked through and lightly browned.
  4. Step 4: Add 3 minced garlic cloves and cook for 30 seconds until fragrant, stirring constantly.
  5. Step 5: Pour the prepared soy-honey sauce into the skillet and stir continuously for 2-3 minutes until the sauce thickens and coats the chicken evenly.
  6. Step 6: Remove from heat and sprinkle with 2 tbsp chopped green onions before serving immediately.

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Frequently asked questions

How long does Quick Stir-Fried Chicken Cubes with Garlic and Soy Glaze take to make?

Total time is about 20 minutes (5 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 Quick Stir-Fried Chicken Cubes with Garlic and Soy Glaze?

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 canola oil from drying out.

Can I substitute ingredients in Quick Stir-Fried Chicken Cubes with Garlic and Soy Glaze?

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 Quick Stir-Fried Chicken Cubes with Garlic and Soy Glaze 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 Quick Stir-Fried Chicken Cubes with Garlic and Soy Glaze?

Asian Fusion 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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