Description
A quick and flavorful Honey Garlic Chicken Stir Fry featuring tender chicken pieces and crisp vegetables tossed in a sweet and savory honey garlic sauce, perfect for a healthy weeknight dinner.
Ingredients
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Vegetables
- 1 cup thinly sliced peeled carrots
- 2 cups broccoli florets
Protein
- 1 lb boneless skinless chicken breasts, cut into 1 inch pieces
Sauce and Seasonings
- 1 tablespoon + 1 teaspoon vegetable oil (divided use)
- 4 cloves garlic, minced
- 1/4 cup low sodium chicken broth (or water)
- 1/4 cup soy sauce
- 3 tablespoons honey
- 2 teaspoons cornstarch
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- Prepare the vegetables: Heat 1 teaspoon of vegetable oil in a large pan over medium heat. Add the broccoli florets and thinly sliced carrots, cooking for approximately 4 minutes or until the vegetables are tender but still crisp.
- Remove and cover vegetables: Take the cooked vegetables out of the pan and place them on a plate. Cover the plate to keep them warm.
- Prepare the pan for chicken: Wipe the pan clean with a paper towel and turn the heat to high. Add the remaining 1 tablespoon of vegetable oil.
- Cook the chicken: Season the chicken pieces with salt and pepper. Add them to the pan in a single layer; cook for 3-4 minutes on each side until golden brown and cooked through. It may be necessary to cook the chicken in batches to avoid overcrowding.
- Add garlic: Add the minced garlic to the pan with the chicken and cook for 30 seconds, stirring to release its aroma.
- Return vegetables to pan: Add the cooked broccoli and carrots back into the pan and cook together for 2 more minutes to warm the vegetables through.
- Mix sauce ingredients: In a bowl, whisk together the low sodium chicken broth, honey, and soy sauce until well combined.
- Prepare cornstarch slurry: In a small bowl, mix the cornstarch with 1 tablespoon of cold water to create a slurry.
- Combine sauce and cook: Pour the soy sauce mixture over the chicken and vegetables in the pan. Cook for 30 seconds, then add the cornstarch slurry. Bring the mixture to a boil and cook for an additional 1 minute or until the sauce has thickened to a glaze.
- Serve: Serve the honey garlic chicken stir fry immediately, with steamed rice if desired.
Notes
- You can substitute the chicken with tofu or shrimp for a different protein option.
- Adjust the amount of honey for a sweeter or less sweet sauce according to your preference.
- Use low sodium soy sauce to reduce the sodium content of the dish.
- Ensure the chicken pieces are cut evenly for uniform cooking.
- For extra crunch, add sliced bell peppers or snap peas along with the broccoli and carrots.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 263 kcal
- Sugar: 17 g
- Sodium: 990 mg
- Fat: 8 g
- Saturated Fat: 1 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 7 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 23 g
- Fiber: 3 g
- Protein: 29 g
- Cholesterol: 65 mg
