Honey Garlic Chicken Stir-Fry
Sweet and savory honey garlic chicken cooked with tender vegetables in a glossy sauce for a fast and flavorful homemade dinner.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Total Time: 25 minutes
- Yield: 4 servings
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Stir-Frying
- Cuisine: Asian-Inspired
Ingredients
Chicken & Vegetables
1 lb boneless, skinless chicken thighs, cut into bite-sized pieces
½ tsp salt
½ tsp black pepper
½ tsp garlic powder
1 tbsp cornstarch
2 tbsp vegetable oil, divided
1 tsp sesame oil
1 medium zucchini, sliced
½ cup chopped bell pepper
½ white onion, chopped
3 cloves garlic, minced
1 tsp fresh ginger, minced
Honey Garlic Sauce
⅓ cup honey
¼ cup low-sodium soy sauce
¼ cup chicken broth
1 tbsp rice vinegar
1 tsp sesame oil
¼ tsp red pepper flakes
1 tbsp cornstarch
Instructions
Season the chicken
In a bowl, season chicken with salt, pepper, and garlic powder. Toss with cornstarch until evenly coated. Set aside.
Make the sauce
In a separate bowl, whisk together all sauce ingredients until smooth. Set aside.
Cook the vegetables
Heat 1 tablespoon vegetable oil and 1 teaspoon sesame oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat. Stir-fry zucchini, bell pepper, and onion until tender-crisp, about 3–4 minutes. Remove and set aside.
Cook the chicken
Add remaining 1 tablespoon vegetable oil to the skillet. Cook chicken in a single layer until browned, about 2–3 minutes per side. Add garlic and ginger and cook for 30 seconds until fragrant.
Add the sauce
Pour sauce into the skillet and bring to a boil. Simmer for 1–2 minutes, stirring, until thickened.
Combine and serve
Return vegetables to the skillet and toss until evenly coated and heated through. Serve hot over rice. Garnish with sesame seeds and green onions if desired.
Notes
Chicken thighs stay extra juicy, but chicken breast works too.
Adjust red pepper flakes for more or less heat.
Sauce thickens quickly—stir constantly once added.
Find it online: https://elladishes.com/honey-garlic-chicken-stir-fry/
