Oh yesss — Ginger Soy Glazed Chicken Stir Fry is that sweet-savory-umami combo with just enough zing to wake up your taste buds. It’s quick, colorful, and tastes like your favorite takeout but better (and healthier). 🥢🍗🥦
🥢 Ginger Soy Glazed Chicken Stir Fry
🛒 Ingredients:
For the chicken:
- 1 lb (450g) boneless chicken breast or thighs, thinly sliced
- 1 tbsp cornstarch
- 1 tbsp soy sauce
- 1 tbsp vegetable or sesame oil
For the glaze/sauce:
- 3 tbsp soy sauce
- 1½ tbsp honey or brown sugar
- 1 tbsp rice vinegar or lime juice
- 1 tbsp fresh ginger, grated
- 2–3 garlic cloves, minced
- 1 tsp sesame oil
- Optional: ½ tsp chili flakes or a squeeze of sriracha
Veggies (choose your faves):
- 1 cup broccoli florets
- 1 bell pepper, thinly sliced
- 1 carrot, julienned or thinly sliced
- 1 small red onion or scallions, sliced
🔥 Instructions:
- Marinate Chicken Briefly:
- Toss sliced chicken with 1 tbsp soy sauce and cornstarch. Let sit while prepping veggies and sauce.
- Make the Sauce:
- Whisk together all glaze ingredients in a small bowl.
- Stir Fry Time:
- Heat oil in a large skillet or wok over high heat.
- Add chicken and cook until lightly golden and cooked through, about 4–5 minutes. Remove and set aside.
- Stir Fry the Veggies:
- In the same pan, add a little more oil if needed.
- Stir fry veggies 3–4 minutes until just tender but still crisp.
- Combine & Glaze:
- Return chicken to the pan.
- Pour in sauce and toss everything to coat. Simmer 1–2 minutes until the glaze thickens slightly and everything is glossy.
- Finish & Serve:
- Sprinkle with sesame seeds, chopped scallions, or a little extra grated ginger if you like.
🍚 Serve With:
- Steamed jasmine or brown rice
- Noodles or cauliflower rice
- Extra lime wedges or chili oil on the side 🔥
Fast, flavorful, and endlessly riffable. Want to make it vegetarian, spicy AF, or add pineapple for a tropical twist? Just say the word!
