Description
A quick and delicious Honey Garlic Chicken Stir Fry featuring tender chicken breasts and fresh vegetables in a sweet and savory honey garlic sauce, perfect for a healthy weeknight dinner.
Ingredients
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Protein and Vegetables
- 1 lb boneless skinless chicken breasts, cut into 1 inch pieces
- 1 cup thinly sliced peeled carrots
- 2 cups broccoli florets
- 4 cloves garlic, minced
Sauce and Seasonings
- 1/4 cup low sodium chicken broth (or water)
- 1/4 cup soy sauce
- 3 tablespoons honey
- 2 teaspoons cornstarch
- 1 tablespoon + 1 teaspoon vegetable oil (divided use)
- salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- Heat Vegetables: Heat 1 teaspoon of vegetable oil in a large pan over medium heat. Add the broccoli florets and sliced carrots. Cook for about 4 minutes until the vegetables are tender but still crisp.
- Remove Vegetables: Remove the cooked vegetables from the pan and place them on a plate. Cover to keep warm.
- Prepare Pan for Chicken: Wipe the pan clean with a paper towel and turn the heat to high. Add the remaining tablespoon of vegetable oil.
- Cook Chicken: Season the chicken pieces with salt and pepper. Add them to the pan in a single layer, working in batches if necessary. Cook for 3-4 minutes on each side until golden brown and cooked through.
- Add Garlic: Add the minced garlic to the pan with the chicken and cook for 30 seconds until fragrant.
- Return Vegetables: Add the cooked broccoli and carrots back to the pan. Stir and cook for an additional 2 minutes to warm through.
- Mix Sauce: In a bowl, whisk together the low sodium chicken broth, soy sauce, and honey until combined.
- Prepare Thickener: In a small bowl, mix the cornstarch with 1 tablespoon of cold water until smooth.
- Add Sauce and Thicken: Pour the honey soy sauce mixture over the chicken and vegetables in the pan. Cook for 30 seconds, then add the cornstarch slurry. Bring the sauce to a boil and cook for 1 more minute until the sauce starts to thicken.
- Serve: Remove from heat and serve immediately, optionally with steamed rice for a complete meal.
Notes
- For a gluten-free version, substitute soy sauce with tamari.
- Add other vegetables like bell peppers or snap peas for extra color and nutrition.
- Use chicken thighs instead of breasts for a juicier texture.
- Serve over brown rice or quinoa for a healthier meal.
- Make sure to cook chicken in batches if your pan is small to avoid overcrowding and ensure even cooking.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 263 kcal
- Sugar: 17 g
- Sodium: 990 mg
- Fat: 8 g
- Saturated Fat: 1 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 6 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 23 g
- Fiber: 3 g
- Protein: 29 g
- Cholesterol: 65 mg
