• Facebook
  • Instagram
  • Pinterest
  • RSS
  • Twitter
  • About
  • Contact Me
    • Facebook
    • Instagram
    • Pinterest
    • RSS
    • Twitter

Dinner at the Zoo

  • All Recipes
  • Dinner
  • Appetizers
  • Dessert
  • One Pot Meals
  • Slow Cooker
  • Asian Food

Home » Dinner » Honey Garlic Chicken Stir Fry

Published: June 16, 2022 Last Modified: June 16, 2022 By Sara 274 Comments

Honey Garlic Chicken Stir Fry

  • Facebook
  • Twitter
  • Email
Jump to Recipe Print Recipe
This honey garlic chicken stir fry recipe is full of chicken, broccoli and carrots, all coated in the easiest sweet and savory sauce.
This honey garlic chicken stir fry recipe is full of chicken, broccoli and carrots, all coated in the easiest sweet and savory sauce.
This honey garlic chicken stir fry recipe is full of chicken, broccoli and carrots, all coated in the easiest sweet and savory sauce.

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!

When I’m looking for a quick meal, I turn to Asian style dishes such as chicken and green beans, chicken and asparagus stir fry and this flavorful honey garlic chicken.

A pan of honey garlic chicken stir fry with a spatula in it.

So it seems like stir fries have kind of become my thing. It wasn’t something I set out to do, but my stir fry recipes tend to be some of the most popular recipes on my site, and this honey garlic chicken stir fry is an all time favorite!

Honey garlic chicken ingredients

Bowls of ingredients including chicken, vegetables, garlic and soy sauce.

The base of this stir fry is chicken breast, vegetable oil, salt, pepper, carrots, broccoli and garlic. The sauce is made with chicken broth, soy sauce, honey and cornstarch.

How do you make chicken stir fry?

To make chicken stir fry, you’ll need boneless skinless chicken breasts cut into cubes, broccoli, carrots, soy sauce, honey and garlic. Cook the vegetables in a hot pan, then remove the vegetables and add diced chicken breast and minced garlic. When the chicken is cooked through, add the vegetables back into the pan. Whisk together chicken broth, soy sauce, honey and cornstarch, then pour over the chicken and vegetables. Simmer for a few minutes then serve and enjoy!

Process shots showing cooked and raw chicken and vegetables.

Tips for the perfect chicken stir fry

  • Cut your vegetables into similar sized pieces so that they’ll cook evenly. I recommend slicing the carrots very thin so that they cook quickly.
  • This recipe is for garlic lovers, with 4 cloves of garlic in the sauce. If you’re not a big garlic fan, you can cut this amount in half with great results.
  • I recommend using low sodium chicken broth to help control the salt content of the dish. You can also use low sodium soy sauce if you prefer. Use a tamari sauce to make this recipe gluten free.
  • Chicken stir fry is great served over rice, quinoa, cauliflower rice or noodles.
Step by step shots showing how to cook chicken and vegetables with stir fry sauce.

Recipe FAQs

Is chicken stir fry good for you?

Chicken stir fry is a great addition to a healthy diet. It contains lean protein and plenty of nutrient packed vegetables. It is also lower in fat and calories.

What kind of sauce do you put in a stir fry?

Most stir fry sauces are made with soy sauce, garlic, and other seasonings such as sesame oil, ginger, rice vinegar, chicken broth or chili sauce. One important component of stir fry sauce is a thickening agent, such as cornstarch. A thicker sauce will cling better to your chicken and vegetables.

How do you cook chicken for stir fry?

The best way to cook chicken for stir fry is to season it with salt and pepper, then sear it in oil in a hot pan until browned and cooked through. Be careful not to overcrowd your pan; if you add too much meat at once, the chicken will steam instead of brown. I typically cook my meat in batches for the best results.

A pan of honey garlic chicken stir fry with broccoli and carrots.

Honey garlic chicken variations

This dish is delicious as written, but there are many different ways that you can customize it to your tastes.

  • Protein: Instead of chicken breast, try chicken thighs, shrimp, sliced steak or cubes of tofu.
  • Vegetables: Swap in bok choy, mushrooms, bell peppers, baby corn or zucchini instead of the broccoli and carrots.
  • Flavorings: Feel free to add other flavors to the sauce such as fresh ginger, lime juice, hot sauce and toasted sesame oil.
  • Toppings: Finish your stir fry with a sprinkle of sesame seeds, green onions, chopped cilantro or crushed red pepper flakes.
A spatula serving a portion of chicken stir fry.

Once you try this chicken stir fry, you’ll find yourself making it on a regular basis!

More stir fry recipes

  • Chicken and Broccoli Stir Fry
  • Beef and Broccoli Stir Fry
  • Teriyaki Shrimp Stir Fry
  • Orange Beef Stir Fry
  • Moo Goo Gai Pan

Honey Garlic Chicken Stir Fry Video

A pan of honey garlic chicken stir fry with a spatula in it.
Print Pin
4.68 from 244 votes

Honey Garlic Chicken Stir Fry

This honey garlic chicken stir fry recipe is chicken and vegetables, cooked to perfection and tossed in a sweet and savory sauce.
Course Main
Cuisine Asian
Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 20 minutes
Total Time 30 minutes
Servings 4
Calories 263kcal
Author Sara Welch

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

  • Heat 1 teaspoon of oil in a large pan over medium heat. 
  • Add the broccoli and carrots and cook for approximately 4 minutes or until vegetables are tender.
  • Remove the vegetables from the pan; place them on a plate and cover.
  • Wipe the pan clean with a paper towel and turn the heat to high. 
  • Add the remaining tablespoon of oil.
  • 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.
  • Add the garlic to the pan and cook for 30 seconds.
  • Add the vegetables back to the pan and cook for 2 more minutes or until the vegetables are warmed through.
  • In a bowl whisk together the chicken broth, honey and soy sauce. 
  • In a small bowl mix the cornstarch with a tablespoon of cold water.
  • Pour the soy sauce mixture over the chicken and vegetables; cook for 30 seconds. 
  • Add the cornstarch and bring to a boil; cook for 1 more minute or until sauce has just started to thicken.
  • Serve immediately, with rice if desired.

Notes

  1. Cut your vegetables into similar sized pieces so that they’ll cook evenly. I recommend slicing the carrots very thin so that they cook quickly.
  2. I recommend using low sodium chicken broth to help control the salt content of the dish. You can also use low sodium soy sauce if you prefer. 

Nutrition

Calories: 263kcal | Carbohydrates: 23g | Protein: 29g | Fat: 8g | Saturated Fat: 1g | Cholesterol: 65mg | Sodium: 990mg | Fiber: 3g | Sugar: 17g
Tried this Recipe? Tag me Today!Mention @DinnerAtTheZoo or tag #dinneratthezoo!
  • Facebook
  • Twitter
  • Email

Filed Under: Asian Food, Dinner, Featured Recipes

FREE TOOLKIT: 5 Secrets to Meal Planning

Learn my 5 Meal Planning Secrets & get my Meal Planning Toolkit...FREE!

    ​
    ​

    Still hungry? Follow Dinner at the Zoo on Facebook, Twitter, Instagram and Pinterest for more great recipe ideas!

    « Baked Chicken Wings
    Pickled Red Onions »

    Comments

    1. Candy says

      December 6, 2021 at 9:19 am

      5 stars
      This recipe is amazing. I often think about leaving a review but I never do. Because this recipe is the best, I am leaving my first review ever! The sauce is what makes the recipe so great. We had friends over, doubled the sauce, made lo mein noodles and put some of the sauce on the noodles. It was so good. We added red pepper flakes to the sauce. We used fresh broccoli, carrots, onions, and garlic for the veggies. I want to make it again and add water chestnuts and mushrooms. Our friends thought this recipe was the best stir fry they have ever had and I agree with them. I can’t stop thinking about how yummy it was! I want to try beef and pork for variety but I will always make the sauce!
      Thank you for this delicious recipe!

      Reply
    2. Adrienne says

      December 5, 2021 at 2:30 pm

      5 stars
      I never leave comments but this will be my forever go to stir fry sauce, it’s perfection. Thank you!

      Reply
    3. Teesie says

      October 6, 2021 at 2:30 pm

      Can I use beef broth instead? Or will that overwhelm the flavor?

      Reply
      • Sara says

        October 7, 2021 at 1:10 pm

        Beef broth should be fine!

        Reply
    4. Gary W says

      September 8, 2021 at 4:35 pm

      5 stars
      I am retired and now do most of the cooking made this for my wife who is a long term administrator, she had board meeting so surfed a s found this. I used store bought chic breast , I thawed it, followed recipe!!! Outstanding I added extra honey and it much better than in the big restaurant!
      Thanks

      Reply
    5. Kay says

      September 8, 2021 at 11:41 am

      Can this be a freezer meal?

      Reply
      • Sara says

        September 8, 2021 at 2:06 pm

        That should be fine!

        Reply
    6. karen says

      August 29, 2021 at 8:11 pm

      5 stars
      added sauteed onion and sliced bell peppers to the veggies to, 1. stretch the dish further, and 2. to increase the veggie load, and red pepper flakes to the sauce. yummy

      Reply
    7. Keila says

      August 18, 2021 at 10:58 am

      Is it necessary to add chicken broth to the sauce? I don’t have any and don’t know where to get it either. Thank you!

      Reply
      • Sara says

        August 19, 2021 at 10:50 am

        You can use water instead!

        Reply
    8. Lise says

      August 7, 2021 at 12:50 pm

      5 stars
      Delicious!!! I didn’t use less sodium soya and I will next time, I diluted with water as it was too salty but love it. Will make again for sure! Thank you

      Reply
    9. Louise says

      July 29, 2021 at 4:28 am

      5 stars
      Absolutely delicious! Best story fry I have ever made. Thanks so much.

      Reply
    10. Sharon K says

      July 7, 2021 at 5:24 pm

      5 stars
      This was delicious. I made it tonight. This was such a easy and healthy recipe. I added some onions. I will definitely be making this again. Thanks for sharing

      Reply
    11. Cara says

      June 7, 2021 at 2:39 pm

      Can I use frozen or canned carrots?

      And frozen broccoli ?

      Reply
      • Sara says

        June 7, 2021 at 7:57 pm

        Yes that’s fine you’ll just want to cook them for less time.

        Reply
    12. Valerie says

      June 1, 2021 at 12:54 pm

      Hi! I only have thinly sliced chicken cutlets. You think cutting them in thin strips will work?

      Reply
      • Sara says

        June 1, 2021 at 7:57 pm

        Yes that should be fine!

        Reply
    13. Brandi says

      May 25, 2021 at 6:02 pm

      5 stars
      Tried your recipe tonight and I’m typing this while eating. IT IS AMAZING! My boyfriend is extremely picky and he is already telling me he wants more tomorrow! I’m not one to write reviews but this deserves it! Thank you so much for sharing!

      Reply
    14. Louise says

      May 20, 2021 at 4:03 pm

      How does this do with chicken stock instead of broth?

      Reply
      • Sara says

        May 20, 2021 at 8:11 pm

        That’s fine to use!

        Reply
    15. Judy says

      May 6, 2021 at 10:00 am

      Thank you Sara, for all of your ideas. They’re very useful! This recipe looks delicious and I’m going to try it for sure!

      Reply
    16. Rick says

      April 26, 2021 at 4:04 pm

      5 stars
      The best stir fry I have ever had .

      Reply
    17. Jessie says

      April 13, 2021 at 3:53 pm

      This was delicious and simple. Everything I have readily available.

      Reply
    18. sister123 says

      April 1, 2021 at 3:07 pm

      Awesome recepie!! This was so delicious! Thank you!

      Reply
    19. Lois Demers says

      March 24, 2021 at 4:08 pm

      5 stars
      Followed the sauce to the letter, except added a bit more garlic. It was just what I was looking for, and my husband loved it too. Had it over jasmine rice and it was excellent!

      Reply
    20. Joy says

      February 23, 2021 at 12:39 pm

      5 stars
      My entire family loves this, which is strange because they’re all picky in different ways.
      The only thing I did different was waiting till the sauce was boiling to add the slurry, because that’s how I was taught and it’s almost sacrilege to do it otherwise in my family.

      Reply
    « Older Comments
    Newer Comments »

    Leave a Reply Cancel reply

    Your email address will not be published. Required fields are marked *

    Recipe Rating





    With 3 young kids, dinner can feel like feeding time at the zoo! I'm a mom on a mission to create easy, healthy and family friendly recipes ...Read More

    Grilling Recipes

    This recipe for greek chicken souvlaki is skewers of tender chicken breast marinated in lemon, garlic and herbs, then grilled to perfection and served with a creamy yogurt sauce. FosterFarmsOrganic AD

    Chicken Souvlaki

    Steaks grilled, sitting in a pan of steak marinade and topped with butter.

    The BEST Steak Marinade

    A plate of grilled salmon fillets garnished with lemon and herbs.

    Grilled Salmon with Garlic and Herbs

    BBQ pork chops are bone in pork chops that have been grilled and topped with barbecue sauce.

    BBQ Pork Chops

    Mexican street corn with mayonnaise, crema, cotija cheese and chili powder.

    Mexican Street Corn (Elote)

    Flank steak marinade being drizzled over meat.

    Flank Steak Marinade

    More Posts from this Category

    Featured Recipes

    A pot of stuffed pepper soup with rice, ground beef, tomatoes, onions and bell peppers.

    Stuffed Pepper Soup

    Slow cooker salisbury steak with mushroom gravy and onions.

    Slow Cooker Salisbury Steak

    Hamburger steak topped with mushroom gravy and chopped parsley.

    Hamburger Steak with Mushroom Gravy

    This chicken noodle casserole is diced chicken, veggies and egg noodles all in a creamy sauce.

    Chicken Noodle Casserole

    FREE TOOLKIT: 5 Secrets to Meal Planning

    Learn my 5 Meal Planning Secrets & get my Meal Planning Toolkit...FREE!

      ​
      ​

      Categories

      Sites I am featured In
      PRIVACY POLICY ACCESSIBILITY STATEMENT © Sara Welch and Dinner at the Zoo® LLC, 2015-2022.
      • Facebook
      • Instagram
      • Pinterest
      • RSS
      • Twitter
      • About Me
      • Contact Me
      • All Recipes
      • Dinner
      • Appetizers
      • Dessert
      • One Pot Meals
      • Slow Cooker
      • Asian Food