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Honey Garlic Chicken Stir-Fry

Honey Garlic Chicken Stir-Fry: Quick Comfort Food Bliss

This Honey Garlic Chicken Stir-Fry recipe is a quick, comforting dish packed with flavor and healthy ingredients.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 25 minutes
Total Time 35 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Chicken
Cuisine: Asian
Calories: 350
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Chicken
  • 1.5 pounds Chicken Breasts Lean protein; substitute with tofu or shrimp for variation.
For the Sauce
  • 2 tablespoons Vegetable Oil Can use canola or olive oil.
  • 3 cloves Garlic Freshly minced for best flavor.
  • 1/4 cup Honey Use maple syrup for a vegan option.
  • 1/4 cup Soy Sauce Opt for tamari for gluten-free.
  • 2 tablespoons Rice Vinegar Apple cider vinegar can be substituted.
  • 1 tablespoon Cornstarch Can use all-purpose flour as alternative.
  • 1/4 cup Water Used for dissolving cornstarch.
For the Vegetables
  • 1 cup Bell Pepper Any color, sliced.
  • 1 cup Broccoli Can substitute with snow peas or green beans.
  • 1 medium Carrot Sliced thinly; zucchini is another good option.
  • 1/2 teaspoon Red Pepper Flakes Optional for heat.
  • to taste Salt and Pepper Essential seasonings.
For Garnish
  • 2 tablespoons Green Onions Chopped, for garnish.
  • 1 tablespoon Sesame Seeds Toasted enhances flavor.

Equipment

  • Large Skillet
  • medium bowl
  • Small Bowl
  • Whisk

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions
  1. In a medium bowl, combine freshly minced garlic, honey, soy sauce, and rice vinegar. Whisk until fully incorporated.
  2. In a small bowl, dissolve cornstarch in water until smooth.
  3. Heat a large skillet over medium-high heat and pour in vegetable oil; heat until shimmering.
  4. Season chicken breasts with salt and pepper, then add to the hot skillet. Cook for 5-7 minutes until golden brown.
  5. In the same skillet, stir-fry bell pepper, broccoli, and carrot for 4-5 minutes until tender-crisp.
  6. Return cooked chicken to the skillet with vegetables and pour the honey garlic sauce over them. Stir well and cook for 2 minutes.
  7. Slowly add cornstarch mixture while stirring; cook until sauce thickens, about 2 minutes.
  8. Garnish with chopped green onions and sesame seeds before serving.

Nutrition

Serving: 1servingCalories: 350kcalCarbohydrates: 32gProtein: 28gFat: 14gSaturated Fat: 2gPolyunsaturated Fat: 2gMonounsaturated Fat: 8gCholesterol: 65mgSodium: 700mgPotassium: 700mgFiber: 3gSugar: 10gVitamin A: 500IUVitamin C: 70mgCalcium: 25mgIron: 1.5mg

Notes

Cut chicken into even pieces for consistent cooking, and store leftovers in airtight containers.

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