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Honey Sesame Chicken Stir Fry, a flavorful dish featuring tender chicken and vibrant vegetables in a sweet and savory sauce, is shown as the featured image.
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Irresistible Honey Sesame Chicken Stir Fry

This Honey Sesame Chicken Stir Fry features tender chicken and crisp-tender vegetables coated in a glossy, sweet, and savory sauce. It's a restaurant-quality dish that's easy to make at home, perfect for a quick and flavorful weeknight dinner.
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Prep Time 20 minutes
Cook Time 15 minutes
Total Time 35 minutes
Servings: 4
Course: Main Course
Cuisine: Asian
Calories: 550
Ingredients Equipment Method Notes

Ingredients
  

  • 1 lb boneless, skinless chicken breasts, cut into bite-sized pieces
  • 1 tablespoon soy sauce
  • 1 tablespoon rice vinegar
  • 1 tablespoon cornstarch
  • 1 teaspoon sesame oil
  • 1/2 teaspoon ground ginger
  • 1/4 teaspoon garlic powder
  • 1/4 cup honey
  • 1/4 cup soy sauce
  • 2 tablespoons rice vinegar
  • 1 tablespoon cornstarch
  • 1 tablespoon sesame oil
  • 1 tablespoon water
  • 1 clove garlic, minced
  • 1 teaspoon ginger, grated
  • 1/2 teaspoon red pepper flakes optional
  • 2 tablespoons vegetable oil
  • 1 red bell pepper, sliced
  • 1 green bell pepper, sliced
  • 1 cup broccoli florets
  • 1/2 cup sliced carrots
  • 1/4 cup sliced onion
  • 2 tablespoons sesame seeds
  • Cooked rice, for serving

Equipment

  • Large skillet or wok
  • Mixing bowls
  • measuring cups and spoons
  • Cutting board
  • knife
  • Spatula or wooden spoon
  • Serving plate

Method
 

  1. Cut the chicken into uniform bite-sized pieces.
  2. Whisk together soy sauce, rice vinegar, cornstarch, sesame oil, ground ginger, and garlic powder in a bowl.
  3. Add the chicken to the marinade, toss to coat, and let it marinate for at least 15 minutes (or up to an hour in the fridge).
  4. Whisk together honey, soy sauce, rice vinegar, cornstarch, sesame oil, water, minced garlic, grated ginger, and red pepper flakes (optional) in a separate bowl.
  5. Chop all the vegetables: bell peppers, broccoli, carrots, and onion.
  6. Heat 1 tablespoon of vegetable oil in a large skillet or wok over medium-high heat.
  7. Add the marinated chicken in a single layer (work in batches if necessary).
  8. Cook for 5-7 minutes, stirring occasionally, until the chicken is cooked through and lightly browned. Remove the chicken and set aside.
  9. Add the remaining 1 tablespoon of vegetable oil to the skillet.
  10. Add the sliced bell peppers, broccoli florets, carrots, and onion. Stir-fry for 5-7 minutes, or until the vegetables are crisp-tender.
  11. Pour the honey sesame sauce over the vegetables. Bring to a simmer, stirring constantly, until the sauce thickens slightly (about 1-2 minutes).
  12. Return the cooked chicken to the skillet. Toss to coat the chicken and vegetables evenly with the sauce.
  13. Cook for another 2-3 minutes, or until the chicken is heated through and the sauce is glossy and clings to everything.
  14. Remove the Honey Sesame Chicken Stir Fry from the heat.
  15. Sprinkle generously with sesame seeds.
  16. Serve immediately over cooked rice.

Notes

For a thicker sauce, mix 1 teaspoon of cornstarch with 1 tablespoon of cold water and add it to the sauce while simmering. To add more vegetables, consider snow peas, snap peas, mushrooms, zucchini, or water chestnuts. For a gluten-free option, use tamari instead of soy sauce. Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3-4 days.