Stir-Fried Chicken with Honey-Garlic Glaze and Bell Peppers

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A quick, savory stir-fry featuring tender chicken breast pieces coated in a sweet and garlicky honey glaze paired with crisp bell peppers. This asian fusion-inspired chicken ready in about 25 minutes pairs boneless skinless chicken breast, large red bell pepper, large yellow bell pepper 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 Fusion cuisine 320 cal/serving
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Ingredients

Instructions

  1. Step 1: Slice 1 lb boneless skinless chicken breast into 1/2-inch strips. Dice 1 large red bell pepper and 1 large yellow bell pepper into 1-inch pieces.
  2. Step 2: Heat 2 tbsp olive oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat. Add the chicken strips and cook for 5-6 minutes, stirring occasionally, until golden and cooked through.
  3. Step 3: Add 4 minced garlic cloves to the skillet and sauté for 30 seconds until fragrant, stirring constantly to prevent burning.
  4. Step 4: Stir in 3 tbsp honey, 2 tbsp soy sauce, and 1/2 tsp ground black pepper. Mix 1 tsp cornstarch with 2 tbsp water to make a slurry, then pour into the skillet.
  5. Step 5: Add the diced bell peppers and cook for 3-4 minutes until the sauce thickens and coats the chicken and vegetables, and the peppers are tender-crisp. Serve hot.

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Frequently asked questions

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

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 large red bell pepper from drying out.

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

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 Glaze and Bell Peppers 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 Glaze and Bell Peppers?

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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