Stir-Fried Chicken with Bell Peppers and Honey Garlic Sauce

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Tender chicken pieces stir-fried with vibrant bell peppers in a sweet and savory honey garlic sauce, perfect for a quick weeknight dinner. This Asian Fusion-inspired chicken recipe, ready in about 30 minutes, pairs boneless skinless chicken breast, red bell pepper, yellow bell pepper for a weeknight-friendly dinner that comes together with one pan and minimal cleanup. Each serving lands at about 280 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: 15 min Cook: 15 min Serves 4 Asian Fusion cuisine 280 cal/serving
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Ingredients

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Instructions

  1. Step 1: Slice 1 lb boneless skinless chicken breast into 1/2-inch strips. Dice 1 medium red bell pepper and 1 medium yellow bell pepper into 1-inch pieces.
  2. Step 2: In a small bowl, whisk together 3 tbsp honey, 3 tbsp soy sauce, 1 tbsp rice vinegar, and 1 tsp cornstarch dissolved in 2 tbsp water; set aside.
  3. Step 3: Heat 2 tbsp vegetable oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat until shimmering. Add the chicken strips and cook for 5-6 minutes, stirring often until browned and cooked through.
  4. Step 4: Add 4 minced garlic cloves to the skillet with the chicken and sauté for 30 seconds until fragrant.
  5. Step 5: Toss in the diced bell peppers and cook for 3 minutes until slightly tender but still crisp.
  6. Step 6: Pour the honey garlic sauce over the chicken and peppers, stirring continuously. Cook for another 2 minutes until the sauce thickens and coats everything evenly.
  7. Step 7: Remove from heat and garnish with 2 sliced green onions and 1 tsp sesame seeds before serving.

Frequently asked questions

How long does Stir-Fried Chicken with Bell Peppers and Honey Garlic Sauce 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 Stir-Fried Chicken with Bell Peppers and Honey Garlic Sauce?

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 red bell pepper from drying out.

Can I substitute ingredients in Stir-Fried Chicken with Bell Peppers and Honey Garlic Sauce?

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 Stir-Fried Chicken with Bell Peppers and Honey Garlic Sauce 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 Stir-Fried Chicken with Bell Peppers and Honey Garlic Sauce?

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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