Description
Savor the delightful combination of sweet and savory in this quick honey garlic chicken stir-fry. Perfect for busy weeknights, this dish features tender chicken pieces sautéed with vibrant bell peppers and broccoli, all coated in a luscious honey garlic sauce. With its colorful presentation and mouthwatering flavor, this meal is sure to impress your family or guests while being incredibly easy to prepare.
Ingredients
- 3-4 boneless skinless chicken breasts
- 2 tablespoons fresh minced garlic
- ¼ cup low-sodium soy sauce
- ¼ cup pure honey
- 1 cup chopped bell peppers (mixed colors)
- 1 cup broccoli florets
- 1 tablespoon cornstarch
Instructions
- Prepare the Ingredients: Wash and chop vegetables; slice chicken into thin strips.
- Make the Sauce: Whisk soy sauce, honey, garlic, and cornstarch in a bowl until smooth.
- Cook the Chicken: Heat oil in a skillet over medium-high heat; cook chicken for about 5 minutes until golden brown.
- Add Vegetables: Stir in bell peppers and broccoli; sauté for an additional 3-4 minutes until tender-crisp.
- Combine Everything: Pour sauce over the mixture; stir well and cook for another minute until thickened.
- Serve: Plate the stir-fry and drizzle with extra sauce if desired.
Notes
For additional flavor, marinate the chicken in the sauce for at least 30 minutes before cooking.
Feel free to substitute vegetables based on your preference, such as snap peas or carrots.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Sautéing
- Cuisine: Asian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup (200g)
- Calories: 320
- Sugar: 16g
- Sodium: 500mg
- Fat: 8g
- Saturated Fat: 1g
- Unsaturated Fat: 6g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 34g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 28g
- Cholesterol: 70mg
Keywords: For enhanced flavor, marinate the chicken in the sauce for at least 30 minutes before cooking. Substitute vegetables based on preference; snap peas or carrots work well.