Looking for a weeknight dinner that’s quick, healthy, and packed with flavor? This Honey Garlic Chicken Stir-Fry is your go-to! It combines juicy chicken, crisp-tender vegetables, and a glossy, sticky honey garlic sauce that’s both sweet and savory. Made in just 25 minutes, it’s the ultimate one-pan meal for busy nights — without skimping on taste.
🧡 Why You’ll Love This Recipe
✔️ Quick and easy – Ready in under 30 minutes
✔️ One-pan meal – Minimal cleanup
✔️ Customizable – Use your favorite vegetables
✔️ Better than takeout – Healthier and more flavorful
✔️ Kid-friendly – Sweet and garlicky flavors everyone loves
🍲 Ingredients You’ll Need
For the chicken & veggies:
- Boneless skinless chicken breasts or thighs
- Broccoli florets
- Bell peppers (any color)
- Carrots, thinly sliced
- Snap peas (optional)
- Oil for stir-frying (like sesame or vegetable oil)
For the honey garlic sauce:
- 1/3 cup honey
- 1/4 cup low sodium soy sauce
- 3–4 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 tablespoon cornstarch
- 1/4 cup water
- 1 teaspoon grated ginger (optional for extra depth)
👨🍳 Tips for the Best Honey Garlic Chicken Stir-Fry
- Cut chicken evenly – for fast and even cooking
- Prep everything first – Stir-frying is fast! Have all ingredients ready
- Don’t overcook veggies – You want them bright and crisp-tender
- Double the sauce – It’s so good, you may want extra for rice or noodles
- Use fresh garlic – It makes the sauce shine
📖 Honey Garlic Chicken Stir-Fry Recipe
Prep Time: 10 minutes
Cook Time: 15 minutes
Total Time: 25 minutes
Servings: 4
🧂 Ingredients:
For the stir-fry:
- 1 lb (450g) chicken breast or thighs, thinly sliced
- 2 tbsp oil (vegetable or sesame)
- 2 cups broccoli florets
- 1 red bell pepper, sliced
- 1 carrot, peeled and sliced
- 1 cup snap peas (optional)
For the sauce:
- 1/3 cup honey
- 1/4 cup low sodium soy sauce
- 3 garlic cloves, minced
- 1 tbsp cornstarch
- 1/4 cup water
- 1 tsp fresh grated ginger (optional)
🔪 Instructions:
- Make the sauce:
In a small bowl, whisk together honey, soy sauce, garlic, cornstarch, water, and ginger. Set aside. - Cook the chicken:
Heat 1 tablespoon oil in a large skillet or wok over medium-high heat. Add sliced chicken and cook until browned and fully cooked through (about 5–7 minutes). Remove and set aside. - Sauté the vegetables:
In the same pan, add the remaining oil. Toss in broccoli, bell pepper, carrots, and snap peas. Stir-fry for about 4–5 minutes, until crisp-tender. - Combine:
Return the chicken to the skillet. Pour the honey garlic sauce over the chicken and vegetables. Stir and cook for 2–3 minutes until the sauce thickens and coats everything. - Serve:
Serve hot over steamed rice, cauliflower rice, or noodles. Garnish with sesame seeds or green onions if desired.
🥢 Serving Suggestions
- Jasmine rice, brown rice, or cauliflower rice
- Toss in lo mein noodles for a stir-fried noodle dish
- Top with toasted sesame seeds or crushed red pepper
- Meal prep: store in airtight containers for up to 4 days
💬 Final Thoughts
This Honey Garlic Chicken Stir-Fry is one of those dishes that’s easy enough for a weeknight but tasty enough to impress. Sticky, sweet, garlicky, and satisfying – it’s a keeper in any home cook’s rotation!