Easy Honey Garlic Chicken Stir Fry – This honey garlic chicken stir fry recipe is full of chicken, broccoli and carrots, all coated in the easiest sweet and savory sauce. A healthier dinner option that the whole family will love!
Servings: 4
Ingredients
- 1 tablespoon + 1 teaspoon vegetable oil divided use
- 1 cup thinly sliced peeled carrots
- 2 cups broccoli florets
- 1 lb boneless skinless chicken breasts, cut into 1 inch pieces
- 4 cloves garlic minced
- 1/4 cup low sodium chicken broth or water
- 1/4 cup soy sauce
- 3 tablespoons honey
- 2 teaspoons cornstarch
- salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
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Heat 1 teaspoon of oil in a large pan over medium heat.
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Add the broccoli and carrots and cook for approximately 4 minutes or until vegetables are tender.
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Remove the vegetables from the pan; place them on a plate and cover.
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Wipe the pan clean with a paper towel and turn the heat to high.
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Add the remaining tablespoon of oil.
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Season the chicken pieces with salt and pepper and add them to the pan in a single layer – you may need to do this step in batches. Cook for 3-4 minutes on each side until golden brown and cooked through.
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Add the garlic to the pan and cook for 30 seconds.
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Add the vegetables back to the pan and cook for 2 more minutes or until the vegetables are warmed through.
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In a bowl whisk together the chicken broth, honey and soy sauce.
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In a small bowl mix the cornstarch with a tablespoon of cold water.
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Pour the soy sauce mixture over the chicken and vegetables; cook for 30 seconds.
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Add the cornstarch and bring to a boil; cook for 1 more minute or until sauce has just started to thicken.
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Serve immediately, with rice if desired.
Source: dinneratthezoo.com