Stir-Fried Chicken with Honey-Garlic Soy Glaze

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Tender chicken pieces stir-fried with a sweet and savory honey-garlic soy sauce, tossed with crisp vegetables for a quick and flavorful meal. This chinese-inspired stir fry ready in about 25 minutes pairs cut into 1-inch cubes chicken breast, broccoli florets, large, julienned carrot 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 Chinese cuisine 320 cal/serving
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Ingredients

Instructions

  1. Step 1: In a small bowl, mix 3 tbsp soy sauce, 2 tbsp honey, 4 cloves minced garlic, 1 tsp cornstarch, and 3 tbsp water until smooth to create the honey-garlic soy glaze.
  2. Step 2: Heat 2 tbsp olive oil in a large wok or skillet over medium-high heat until shimmering. Add 1 lb cubed chicken breast, season with 1/2 tsp salt and 1/4 tsp black pepper, and stir-fry for 5-6 minutes until golden and cooked through.
  3. Step 3: Add 2 cups broccoli florets, 1 large julienned carrot, and 1 sliced red bell pepper to the pan. Stir-fry for 4 minutes until vegetables are crisp-tender.
  4. Step 4: Pour the prepared honey-garlic soy glaze over the chicken and vegetables. Toss continuously for 2-3 minutes until the sauce thickens and coats everything evenly.
  5. Step 5: Remove from heat and serve immediately over steamed rice or noodles.

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Frequently asked questions

How long does Stir-Fried Chicken with Honey-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 Honey-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 broccoli florets from drying out.

Can I substitute ingredients in Stir-Fried Chicken with Honey-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 Honey-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 Honey-Garlic Soy Glaze?

Chinese stir fry 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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