This honey garlic chicken stir fry features tender chicken breasts and sautéed broccoli tossed in a sweet and tangy stir fry sauce. A quick and easy one skillet weeknight meal that takes less than 30 minutes to make!

Looking for more Asian-inspired recipes? Then give my beef and broccoli ramen or Mongolian beef a try!

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    Before You Get Started / Kelley’s Tips

    • Sauté the chicken so that it gets browned on all sides to create a crust on the outside that seals in all of that delicious juice on the inside.
    • Double or even triple the sauce for this honey garlic chicken stir fry to freeze for later!
    • Change up the protein by swapping shrimp, tofu, or cubed steak.
    • Or keep it vegetarian-friendly by adding more veggies! Asparagus, cauliflower, sugar snap peas, and zucchini (especially zucchini noodles) would be delicious additions.
    • Spice it up by adding some sriracha, chili oil, red pepper flakes, or cayenne pepper to the sauce.

    Ingredients

    • Broccoli: I like using a bag of pre-washed broccoli florets to keep things simple, but you could break apart a crown of broccoli. Stems and flowers, too!
    • Chicken Breasts: Boneless, skinless thighs also work. Just depends on your preference!
    • Garlic: Adds a bit of spice and vibrant flavor to that delicious sauce.
    • Soy Sauce: I recommend using low-sodium t better control the amount of salt in this dish, but use what you’ve got!
    • Honey: Granulated sugar or agave nectar would also work, but honey imparts the best flavor for the sauce, in my opinion.
    • Sesame Oil: A little bit goes a long way and offers a ton of deeply rich, roasted sesame flavor!
    • Cornstarch: This is what makes that luscious sauce so velvety and thick!
    chicken and broccoli in skillet topped with sesame seeds

    How To Make Honey Garlic Chicken Stir Fry

    • Sauté the Broccoli: Heat 1 tablespoon of oil in a large skillet. Add in the broccoli and sauté until tender and caramelized, 4-5 minutes. Remove from the pan and set aside.
    sautéing broccoli in skillet
    • Cook the Chicken: Add the remaining tablespoon of oil to the same pan. I cook my chicken in two batches to ensure it gets crispy and caramelized on the outside. Add the garlic and cook for an additional minute.
    sautéing chicken and garlic in skillet
    • Make the Sauce: Meanwhile, in a small bowl combine soy sauce, water, honey and sesame oil. Add the sauce to the pan along with the broccoli.
    mixing asian sauce in white bowl
    • Add the sauce to the pan along with the broccoli. In a small bowl mix the cornstarch with a tablespoon of cold water. Slowly whisk in the cornstarch mixture into the sauce. Simmer until the sauce has thickened, 1-2 minutes.
    tossing chicken and broccoli in asian-style sauce in a skillet
    • Season with salt and pepper and serve immediately with sesame seeds for garnish, if desired.

    Storage Instructions

    • Store any cooled leftover honey garlic chicken stir fry in an airtight container in the fridge for up to 4 days. Great for meal-prepping ahead of a busy week!
    • Freeze in a freezer-safe, airtight plastic bag (flat) for up to 2 months.
    • Reheat in a skillet or in the microwave until bubbling and warmed through.

    What To Serve With Honey Chicken Stir Fry

    honey garlic chicken stir fry in skillet topped with sesame seeds

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    Honey Garlic Chicken Stir Fry

    4.77 from 39 votes
    Honey Garlic Chicken Stir Fry. A quick and easy one skillet weeknight meal that takes less than 30 minutes to make!
    Author: Kelley Simmons
    Prep Time: 10 minutes
    Cook Time: 15 minutes
    Total Time: 25 minutes
    Serves 4
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      Ingredients 

      Instructions

      • Heat 1 tablespoon of oil in a large skillet. Add in the broccoli and sauté until tender and caramelized, 4-5 minutes. Remove from the pan and set aside.
      • Add the remaining tablespoon of oil to the same pan. I cook my chicken in two batches to ensure it gets crispy and caramelized on the outside. Add the garlic and cook for an additional minute.
      • Meanwhile in a small bowl combine soy sauce, water, honey and sesame oil.
      • Add the sauce to the pan along with the broccoli. In a small bowl mix the cornstarch with a tablespoon of cold water. Slowly whisk in the cornstarch mixture into the sauce. Simmer until the sauce has thickened, 1-2 minutes.
      • Season with salt and pepper and serve immediately with sesame seeds for garnish, if desired.

      Nutrition Information

      Calories: 297kcalCarbohydrates: 24gProtein: 26gFat: 11gSaturated Fat: 1gCholesterol: 73mgSodium: 680mgPotassium: 615mgFiber: 1gSugar: 18gVitamin A: 315IUVitamin C: 42.9mgCalcium: 35mgIron: 1.2mg

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