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Honey Sesame Chicken Stir-Fry

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A quick and easy homemade honey sesame chicken stir-fry with a perfect balance of sticky, sweet, and nutty flavors, tender chicken, and crisp veggies. This recipe beats takeout with its fresh, satisfying taste.

Ingredients

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  • 1 lb boneless, skinless chicken breasts or thighs, cut into bite-sized pieces
  • 1 red bell pepper, thinly sliced
  • 1 cup broccoli florets
  • 1 medium carrot, julienned or thinly sliced
  • 3 green onions, sliced
  • ¼ cup (60 ml) honey
  • 3 tbsp soy sauce (low-sodium recommended)
  • 1 tbsp rice vinegar
  • 1 tbsp toasted sesame oil
  • 2 cloves garlic, minced
  • 1 tsp fresh ginger, grated
  • 1 tbsp cornstarch mixed with 2 tbsp cold water
  • 1 tbsp toasted sesame seeds (for garnish)
  • Extra green onions, sliced (for garnish)

Instructions

  1. Cut the chicken into 1-inch bite-sized pieces. Slice the bell pepper, julienne the carrot, and chop broccoli into small florets. Mince garlic and grate fresh ginger. Set aside green onions for garnish.
  2. In a small bowl, whisk together honey, soy sauce, rice vinegar, toasted sesame oil, minced garlic, and grated ginger. Mix the cornstarch with cold water separately and keep ready.
  3. Heat 1 tbsp vegetable oil in a large skillet or wok over medium-high heat. Add the chicken pieces in a single layer and let them brown without moving for about 2 minutes. Stir-fry until golden and cooked through, about 5-6 minutes total. Remove chicken and set aside.
  4. In the same pan, add more oil if needed. Toss in broccoli, carrot, and bell pepper. Stir-fry for about 4 minutes until veggies are crisp-tender but still vibrant.
  5. Return the cooked chicken to the pan with the vegetables. Pour the sauce over everything and stir well. Slowly add the cornstarch slurry and stir constantly until sauce thickens and coats the chicken and veggies, about 2 minutes.
  6. Remove from heat. Sprinkle toasted sesame seeds and sliced green onions on top. Toss to distribute garnish evenly.

Notes

Use low-sodium soy sauce or tamari for gluten-free. Double toss chicken for extra crispness. Toast sesame seeds lightly before garnishing for extra flavor. If sauce thickens too much, add a splash of water to loosen. Avoid overcrowding the pan to get a good sear on chicken. Fresh ginger and garlic provide best flavor. Vegetables should remain crisp-tender.

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