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Honey Garlic Black Pepper Chicken Stir Fry

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A quick and easy 30-minute Asian-inspired chicken stir fry featuring juicy chicken thighs, crisp veggies, and a sticky honey garlic black pepper sauce. Perfect for busy weeknights and customizable for any diet.

Ingredients

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  • 1 ½ lbs boneless, skinless chicken thighs, cut into bite-size pieces
  • 2 tbsp low-sodium soy sauce (or Tamari for gluten-free)
  • 1 tbsp cornstarch (or arrowroot for paleo)
  • ¼ cup honey (clover or wildflower preferred)
  • 3–4 cloves garlic, minced
  • 2 tsp freshly cracked black pepper
  • 2 tbsp soy sauce (or Tamari)
  • 1 tbsp rice vinegar (or apple cider vinegar)
  • 1 tsp sesame oil (optional)
  • ½ tsp chili flakes (optional)
  • 2 tbsp neutral oil (canola, peanut, or avocado oil)
  • 1 red bell pepper, sliced into strips
  • 1 cup snap peas or snow peas
  • 1 small onion, sliced thin
  • 2 cups broccoli florets
  • 1 carrot, sliced thin (optional)
  • Steamed jasmine rice, brown rice, or cauliflower rice for serving
  • Sliced green onions and sesame seeds for garnish

Instructions

  1. Pat chicken thighs dry and cut into bite-size pieces. Toss with 2 tbsp soy sauce and 1 tbsp cornstarch in a bowl. Let marinate for about 10 minutes.
  2. In a separate bowl, whisk together honey, minced garlic, cracked black pepper, 2 tbsp soy sauce, rice vinegar, sesame oil, and chili flakes (if using). Set aside.
  3. Slice bell pepper, onion, and carrot (if using). Separate broccoli florets and trim snap peas.
  4. Heat 2 tbsp oil in a large skillet or wok over medium-high heat. Add chicken in a single layer and sear for 3-4 minutes per side until golden and almost cooked through. Remove and set aside.
  5. In the same pan, add onions and carrots. Stir fry for 2 minutes, then add bell pepper, broccoli, and snap peas. Cook another 3-4 minutes, stirring often, until veggies are bright and slightly tender but still crisp.
  6. Return chicken to the pan with veggies. Pour sauce over everything and stir fry for 2-3 minutes until sauce thickens and everything is glossy and sticky. Ensure chicken is cooked through.
  7. Taste and adjust seasoning with more black pepper or soy sauce if needed. Add 1-2 tbsp water if sauce is too thick.
  8. Serve stir fry over steamed rice. Garnish with sliced green onions and sesame seeds. Serve immediately.

Notes

Prep all ingredients before starting to cook for best results. Use Tamari for gluten-free, skip cornstarch for low-carb, and swap chicken for tofu for vegetarian. Don’t overcrowd the pan for crisp chicken and veggies. Leftovers keep well and flavors deepen overnight. Add extra black pepper for more heat.

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