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Honey Garlic Chicken Stir Fry

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Juicy chicken, broccoli, carrots, and honey garlic sauce make a quick, satisfying dinner.

Ingredients

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  • 1 cup thinly sliced peeled carrots
  • 2 cups broccoli florets
  • 450 g boneless, skinless chicken breasts, cut into 2.5 cm pieces
  • 4 cloves garlic, minced
  • 60 ml low sodium chicken broth or water
  • 60 ml soy sauce
  • 3 tablespoons honey
  • 2 teaspoons cornstarch
  • 20 ml vegetable oil, divided
  • Salt and freshly ground black pepper, to taste

Instructions

  1. Heat 5 ml vegetable oil in a large pan over medium heat. Add the sliced carrots and broccoli florets. Cook for approximately 4 minutes until vegetables are just tender. Transfer to a plate and cover to retain warmth.
  2. Wipe the pan clean with a paper towel and increase the heat to high. Add the remaining 15 ml vegetable oil.
  3. Season the chicken pieces lightly with salt and pepper. Place the pieces in the pan in a single layer. Sear for 3-4 minutes on each side or until golden brown and fully cooked. Work in batches if necessary for even browning.
  4. Reduce heat to medium. Add the minced garlic to the pan and sauté for 30 seconds until aromatic.
  5. Return the cooked vegetables to the pan. Stir-fry together for 2 minutes until vegetables are heated through.
  6. In a bowl, whisk the chicken broth (or water), honey, and soy sauce until well combined.
  7. Pour the prepared sauce over the chicken and vegetables. Stir to coat evenly. Cook for 30 seconds.
  8. In a small bowl, mix the cornstarch with 15 ml cold water to form a slurry. Add this to the pan, bring the mixture to a boil, and stir for 1 minute until the sauce begins to thicken.
  9. Remove from heat and serve immediately. Optionally accompany with steamed rice or grains.

Notes

For best texture, avoid overcrowding the pan when browning chicken; work in batches if necessary.

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