Description
This Chicken Stir Fry with Vegetables and Honey Soy Sauce is a quick and healthy Asian-inspired dish featuring tender chicken strips and crisp vegetables tossed in a flavorful honey soy glaze. Perfect for a weeknight dinner, this recipe balances savory, sweet, and tangy notes with a satisfying crunch.
Ingredients
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Chicken and Vegetables
- 1 pound boneless skinless chicken breasts, sliced into thin strips
- 2 tablespoons cornstarch
- 2 tablespoons vegetable oil, divided
- 1 red bell pepper, sliced
- 1 yellow bell pepper, sliced
- 1 cup broccoli florets
- 1 cup snap peas
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 teaspoon fresh ginger, grated
Honey Soy Sauce
- ¼ cup low-sodium soy sauce
- 2 tablespoons honey
- 1 tablespoon rice vinegar
- 1 tablespoon sesame oil
- 1 teaspoon cornstarch (optional, for thickening)
- 2 tablespoons water
Instructions
- Coat the Chicken: Toss the sliced chicken in 2 tablespoons of cornstarch until each piece is evenly coated. This helps create a light crust and thickens the sauce later.
- Prepare the Sauce: In a small bowl, whisk together the soy sauce, honey, rice vinegar, sesame oil, and water. For a thicker sauce, stir in 1 teaspoon of cornstarch until smooth.
- Cook the Chicken: Heat 1 tablespoon of vegetable oil in a large skillet or wok over medium-high heat. Add the chicken strips in a single layer and cook for 4 to 5 minutes until golden brown and fully cooked. Remove the chicken from the pan and set aside.
- Stir-Fry Vegetables: Add the remaining tablespoon of oil to the skillet. Stir-fry the red and yellow bell peppers, broccoli florets, and snap peas for 4 to 5 minutes until they are tender-crisp, retaining their bright color and crunch.
- Add Aromatics: Add the minced garlic and grated ginger to the vegetables, stirring and cooking for an additional 30 seconds until fragrant.
- Combine and Finish: Return the cooked chicken to the pan with the vegetables. Pour the prepared honey soy sauce over everything and toss to coat evenly. Continue cooking for 1 to 2 minutes until the sauce thickens slightly and the dish is heated through.
- Serve: Serve the stir fry hot, over steamed rice or noodles as preferred to complete the meal.
Notes
- Add crushed red pepper flakes if you prefer a spicy kick.
- Sprinkle toasted sesame seeds over the finished dish for added texture and flavor.
- Feel free to swap or add vegetables such as carrots, mushrooms, or zucchini depending on what you have on hand.
