Stir-Fried Chicken with Honey Garlic and Sesame
A quick and flavorful stir-fry featuring tender chicken pieces glazed in a sweet honey garlic sauce, finished with toasted sesame seeds. This asian-inspired chicken ready in about 22 minutes pairs boneless skinless chicken thighs, honey, garlic cloves, minced 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 boneless skinless chicken thighs
- 3 tbsp honey
- 4 cloves garlic cloves, minced
- 2 tbsp soy sauce
- 1 tbsp sesame oil
- 2 tbsp vegetable oil
- 1 tbsp toasted sesame seeds
- 2 stalks green onions, sliced
- 1/4 tsp black pepper
Instructions
- Step 1: Slice 1 lb boneless skinless chicken thighs into bite-sized pieces. Heat 2 tbsp vegetable oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat and add the chicken, cooking for 5-6 minutes until browned and cooked through.
- Step 2: Add 4 minced garlic cloves to the skillet and sauté for 30 seconds until fragrant but not burnt. Stir in 3 tbsp honey, 2 tbsp soy sauce, and 1 tbsp sesame oil, tossing to coat the chicken evenly.
- Step 3: Cook the sauce with the chicken for 2-3 minutes until it thickens and glazes the meat. Season with 1/4 tsp black pepper. Remove from heat and sprinkle 1 tbsp toasted sesame seeds and 2 sliced green onions on top before serving.
Frequently asked questions
How long does Stir-Fried Chicken with Honey Garlic and Sesame take to make?
Total time is about 22 minutes (10 min prep + 12 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 Honey Garlic and Sesame?
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 honey from drying out.
Can I substitute ingredients in Stir-Fried Chicken with Honey Garlic and Sesame?
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 Honey Garlic and Sesame 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 Honey Garlic and Sesame?
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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