Stir-Fried Chicken with Honey Soy Glaze
A popular stir-fry dish featuring tender chicken pieces coated in a sweet and savory honey soy sauce, perfect for a quick weeknight dinner. This asian-inspired chicken ready in about 25 minutes pairs thinly sliced chicken breast, soy sauce, honey 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, thinly sliced chicken breast
- 3 tbsp soy sauce
- 2 tbsp honey
- 3, minced garlic cloves
- 1 tbsp, minced ginger
- 2 tbsp vegetable oil
- 2, sliced green onions
- 1 tbsp sesame seeds
- 1/4 tsp (optional) red chili flakes
Instructions
- Step 1: Heat 2 tbsp vegetable oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat until shimmering. Add 3 minced garlic cloves and 1 tbsp minced ginger, sauté for 30 seconds until fragrant.
- Step 2: Add 1 lb thinly sliced chicken breast to the skillet, spreading evenly. Cook for 5-6 minutes, stirring occasionally, until chicken is cooked through and edges are slightly golden.
- Step 3: Stir together 3 tbsp soy sauce and 2 tbsp honey in a small bowl, then pour over the chicken. Cook for 2-3 minutes, stirring constantly, until the sauce thickens and coats the chicken.
- Step 4: Remove from heat and toss in 2 sliced green onions, 1 tbsp sesame seeds, and 1/4 tsp red chili flakes if using. Serve immediately.
Frequently asked questions
How long does Stir-Fried Chicken with Honey 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 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 thinly sliced chicken breast from drying out.
Can I substitute ingredients in Stir-Fried Chicken with Honey 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 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 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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