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Honey Garlic Chicken Stir-Fry: Quick Recipe

This Honey Garlic Chicken Stir Fry transforms ordinary chicken breast into a glossy, flavor-packed dish that rivals your favorite takeout. With its perfect balance of sweet honey and savory garlic, this recipe delivers maximum taste with minimal effort, making it the ultimate solution for busy weeknights.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 12 minutes
Total Time 22 minutes
Servings: 4 servings servings
Course: Main Course
Cuisine: Asian
Calories: 285
Ingredients Method Notes

Ingredients
  

  • 1.5 lbs boneless, skinless chicken thighs or breasts
  • 3 tablespoons honey
  • 4 cloves garlic, minced
  • 3 tablespoons soy sauce
  • 2 tablespoons rice vinegar
  • 1 tablespoon cornstarch
  • 2 tablespoons vegetable oil
  • 2 cups mixed vegetables
  • 2 green onions, sliced
  • 1 teaspoon sesame oil
  • 1/2 teaspoon red pepper flakes
  • Salt and black pepper to taste

Method
 

  1. Cut chicken into bite-sized pieces, pat dry, season with salt and pepper, and toss with cornstarch.
  2. In a small bowl, whisk together honey, soy sauce, rice vinegar, minced garlic, and sesame oil.
  3. Heat vegetable oil in a large wok or skillet over medium-high heat.
  4. Add chicken pieces in a single layer and cook undisturbed for 3-4 minutes until golden brown, then flip and cook another 2-3 minutes until cooked through.
  5. Push chicken to one side and add mixed vegetables, stir-frying for 2-3 minutes until crisp-tender.
  6. Pour the honey garlic sauce over chicken and vegetables, toss to combine, and cook for 1-2 minutes until sauce thickens.
  7. Garnish with sliced green onions and red pepper flakes, and serve immediately.

Notes

Ensure chicken is dry for proper browning. Avoid overcrowding the pan to achieve caramelization. Use high heat for stir-frying.