Sweet and spicy chicken stir fry delight.

This sweet and spicy chicken stir fry combines tender slices of chicken with a flavorful sauce of soy sauce, hoisin, honey, and a hint of heat from red pepper flakes. Colorful bell peppers, carrots, onions, garlic, ginger, and broccoli add crunch and freshness. Served over steamed rice or noodles, this dish is a balanced and satisfying meal. Garnish with sesame seeds and green onions for added texture and a pop of color. It’s an easy and delicious choice for a quick dinner option.

Ingredients

• 1 lb. boneless, skinless chicken breasts or thighs, thinly sliced
• 2 tablespoons soy sauce
• 1 tablespoon hoisin sauce
• 1 tablespoon honey
• 1 tablespoon rice vinegar
• 2-4 tablespoon sesame oil
• 1/2 teaspoon red pepper flakes (adjust to taste)
• 2 tablespoons sesame oil, divided
• 1 bell pepper, thinly sliced
• 1 small onion, thinly sliced
• 1 medium carrot, thinly sliced
• 2 cloves garlic, minced
• 1-inch piece ginger, grated
• 1 cup broccoli florets or zucchini
• Cooked rice or noodles, for serving
• Sesame seeds and chopped green onions, for garnish

Directions

1. Marinate the Chicken
   • In a bowl, combine the soy sauce, hoisin sauce, honey, rice vinegar, sesame oil, and red pepper flakes. Add the sliced chicken and toss to coat. Let it marinate for 15-20 minutes.
2. Stir Fry the Chicken
   • Heat 1-2 tablespoons of sesame oil in a large skillet or wok over medium-high heat.
   • Add the marinated chicken and stir fry until cooked through and nicely browned. Remove the chicken from the skillet and set aside.
3. Cook the Vegetables
   • In the same skillet, heat the remaining 1-2 tablespoons of sesame oil.
   • Add the carrot, bell pepper, onion, garlic, and ginger. Stir fry for 2-3 minutes until the vegetables start to soften.
4. Combine and Finish
   • Add the broccoli florets to the skillet and stir fry for another 2 minutes, until they are bright green and tender-crisp.
   • Return the cooked chicken to the skillet and toss everything together until well combined and heated through.
5. Serve
   • Serve the sweet and spicy chicken stir fry hot over cooked rice or noodles.
   • Garnish with sesame seeds and chopped green onions.

Tip: Adjust the spiciness by adding more or less red pepper flakes according to your preference.