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Quick and Easy Soy-Glazed Chicken Recipe

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A fast and flavorful soy-glazed chicken stir-fry with crisp vegetables and a sweet-savory sauce, perfect for weeknight dinners or meal prep.

Ingredients

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  • 1 lb boneless skinless chicken thighs or breasts, diced
  • 2 tbsp cornstarch (optional)
  • 1 tbsp oil (vegetable or avocado)
  • 2 cups broccoli florets
  • 1 carrot, thinly sliced
  • 1 bell pepper, sliced
  • 2 green onions, chopped
  • Cooked rice, for serving

Soy Glaze:

  • ¼ cup soy sauce
  • 2 tbsp honey or brown sugar
  • 1 tbsp rice vinegar
  • 1 tsp sesame oil
  • 2–3 garlic cloves, minced
  • 1 tsp fresh grated ginger
  • Pinch of red pepper flakes (optional)

Instructions

  1. Mix glaze ingredients in a small bowl; set aside.
  2. Toss chicken with cornstarch, salt, and pepper.
  3. Sear chicken in hot oil until golden and cooked through; remove from pan.
  4. Stir-fry veggies in the same pan for 3–5 minutes until crisp-tender.
  5. Return chicken to pan, pour in glaze, and stir to coat. Cook 2–3 minutes until thickened.
  6. Serve over rice, topped with green onions and sesame seeds.

Notes

  • Substitute tofu for chicken to make it vegetarian.
  • Use tamari for a gluten-free version.
  • Make ahead and store in fridge up to 4 days.

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