Quick Flavorful Weeknight Meal (Printer-friendly)

Bold flavors meet easy prep in this vibrant 30-minute dinner featuring chicken, colorful veggies, and honey-soy glaze.

# What You’ll Need:

→ Protein

01 - 1.1 pounds boneless skinless chicken thighs, cut into bite-sized pieces

→ Vegetables

02 - 1 red bell pepper, sliced into strips
03 - 1 yellow bell pepper, sliced into strips
04 - 1 red onion, sliced into thin wedges
05 - 2 cups broccoli florets
06 - 2 cloves garlic, minced

→ Sauce & Seasonings

07 - 3 tablespoons soy sauce
08 - 2 tablespoons honey or maple syrup
09 - 1 tablespoon rice vinegar or fresh lemon juice
10 - 1 teaspoon fresh ginger, grated
11 - 0.5 teaspoon red pepper flakes
12 - 2 tablespoons olive oil

→ To Serve

13 - 4 cups cooked steamed rice or quinoa
14 - 2 tablespoons fresh cilantro, chopped or green onions, sliced

# How-To Guide:

01 - Heat 1 tablespoon olive oil in a large skillet or wok over medium-high heat until shimmering. Add chicken pieces in a single layer and cook undisturbed for 2 minutes to develop a sear. Stir and continue cooking for 2-4 minutes until browned on all sides. Transfer to a plate and set aside.
02 - Add remaining olive oil to the same pan. Add garlic, ginger, red onion, and bell peppers. Stir-fry for 3-4 minutes until onions begin to soften and peppers are bright but still crisp.
03 - Add broccoli florets to the pan and toss to combine. Continue stir-frying for 2-3 minutes until broccoli is bright green and tender-crisp.
04 - While vegetables cook, whisk together soy sauce, honey, rice vinegar, and red pepper flakes in a small bowl until honey is fully dissolved.
05 - Return browned chicken to the pan. Pour sauce evenly over ingredients, stirring to coat everything thoroughly. Reduce heat to medium, cover tightly, and simmer for 4-5 minutes until chicken is cooked through and vegetables are glazed.
06 - Divide steamed rice or quinoa among four bowls. Top with chicken and vegetable mixture. Garnish generously with fresh cilantro or green onions.

# Expert Advice:

01 -
  • Everything cooks in one pan which means fewer dishes and more time to actually enjoy your evening
  • The sauce hits every craving sweet salty tangy with just enough heat to keep things interesting
02 -
  • Prep all your ingredients before you turn on the stove because stir fry moves fast once it starts
  • Let your pan get properly hot before adding oil or your ingredients will steam instead of sear
03 -
  • Cut all your vegetables into similar sizes so they cook evenly and nothing turns to mush
  • Grate your ginger against the grain to get long flavorful strands instead of tough fibers

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