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Honey Garlic Chicken Stir Fry

Sweet and Savory Honey Garlic Chicken Stir Fry in 30 Minutes

Honey Garlic Chicken Stir Fry is a quick, healthy, and delicious dish perfect for busy weeknights.
Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 20 minutes
Total Time 30 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Dinner
Cuisine: Asian
Calories: 280

Ingredients
  

For the Stir Fry
  • 2 tablespoons oil can substitute with coconut oil
  • 2 cups broccoli fresh or frozen
  • 1 pound boneless skinless chicken breasts cut into 1-inch pieces
  • 3 cloves garlic minced, fresh recommended
  • 1/4 cup low sodium soy sauce tamari for gluten-free
  • 1/4 cup water
  • 1/4 cup honey maple syrup for vegan option
  • 1 tablespoon sesame oil or vegetable oil
  • 1 tablespoon cornstarch or arrowroot powder
  • to taste salt
  • to taste pepper
  • 1 tablespoon sesame seeds for garnish, optional

Equipment

  • Large skillet

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions
  1. Prepare Your Ingredients: Chop chicken into 1-inch pieces, cut broccoli into florets, and gather all ingredients.
  2. Sauté the Broccoli: Heat 1 tablespoon oil in a skillet over medium heat, add broccoli, and cook for 4-5 minutes.
  3. Cook the Chicken: In the same skillet, add another tablespoon of oil and half the chicken; cook for 5-6 minutes until golden.
  4. Add Garlic: Stir in minced garlic, cook for an additional minute until fragrant.
  5. Create the Sauce: Whisk together soy sauce, water, honey, and sesame oil; pour into skillet, stirring to coat chicken.
  6. Combine Everything Together: Return broccoli to skillet and mix gently, allowing flavors to meld for 2 minutes.
  7. Thicken the Sauce: Whisk cornstarch with cold water, pour into the pan while stirring, and cook until thickened.
  8. Final Touches: Season with salt and pepper, remove from heat, and serve immediately garnished with sesame seeds.

Nutrition

Serving: 1servingCalories: 280kcalCarbohydrates: 20gProtein: 30gFat: 10gSaturated Fat: 2gPolyunsaturated Fat: 2gMonounsaturated Fat: 6gCholesterol: 70mgSodium: 600mgPotassium: 700mgFiber: 3gSugar: 8gVitamin A: 500IUVitamin C: 40mgCalcium: 60mgIron: 2mg

Notes

Consider marinating the chicken for deeper flavor and adjusting the sauce thickness with cornstarch as needed.

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