Stir-Fried Chicken with Garlic Soy Glaze
Tender chicken pieces stir-fried with a savory garlic soy glaze, perfect for a quick and flavorful weeknight meal. This asian-inspired chicken ready in about 25 minutes pairs boneless skinless chicken thighs, soy sauce, minced garlic 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.
Ingredients
- 1 lb boneless skinless chicken thighs
- 3 tbsp soy sauce
- 4 cloves minced garlic
- 1 tbsp brown sugar
- 2 tbsp vegetable oil
- 1 tsp sesame oil
- 2 stalks, sliced green onions
- 1/4 tsp red pepper flakes
- 2 tbsp water
Instructions
- Step 1: Cut 1 lb boneless skinless chicken thighs into 1-inch pieces. Heat 2 tbsp vegetable oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat until shimmering, then add the chicken pieces, cooking for 5-6 minutes until golden and cooked through, stirring occasionally.
- Step 2: Stir together 3 tbsp soy sauce, 1 tbsp brown sugar, 4 cloves minced garlic, 2 tbsp water, 1 tsp sesame oil, and 1/4 tsp red pepper flakes in a small bowl until combined.
- Step 3: Pour the sauce mixture over the cooked chicken in the skillet and cook for another 2-3 minutes, stirring frequently until the sauce thickens and coats the chicken, becoming glossy and fragrant.
- Step 4: Remove from heat and sprinkle with 2 sliced green onions before serving to add fresh color and mild onion flavor.
Frequently asked questions
How long does Stir-Fried Chicken with Garlic Soy Glaze 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 Stir-Fried Chicken with Garlic 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 soy sauce from drying out.
Can I substitute ingredients in Stir-Fried Chicken with Garlic 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 Stir-Fried Chicken with Garlic 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 Stir-Fried Chicken with Garlic Soy Glaze?
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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