Stir-Fried Chicken and Bok Choy is an easy 15-minute dinner recipe that everyone loves! Featuring juicy chicken and crisp-tender vegetables in a sweet and spicy sauce, this chicken stir-fry is full of flavor, yet light and nutrient-dense.
![Chicken and Bok Choy Stir Fry Plate of Chicken and Bok Choy stir fry next to fresh bok choy.](https://amindfullmom.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/12/Bok-Choy-with-Chicken.jpg)
Bok Choy is a variety of Chinese cabbage that is easy to find at most grocery stores. It is crisp, bright, fresh, and full of vitamins and minerals. And downright delicious when stir-fried.
But when I am wanting to incorporate Bok choy, into a one-pot main course, this Chicken Bok Choy Stir Fry is the ultimate quick-cooking healthy dinner recipe that lets this nutrient-dense vegetable shine!
Reasons to Love Chicken & Bok Choy Stir-Fry
- 15-Minute Dinner Recipe. This chicken dinner comes together faster than you can get through a drive-thru or call for take-out!
- Packed with Nutrients. Made with lean chicken that is rich in protein and vitamin-rich bok choy, this simple dinner recipe is not only good for you, but also downright delicious.
- Easy-to-Find Ingredients. This stir-fry is made with fresh ingredients you can find at any local grocery store. And the stir-fry sauce is made with pantry staples you likely always have on hand.
- Family-Approved. The Stir-Fry sauce for this chicken and bok choy recipe is made sweet and savory and not all overpowering, making it a kid-friendly, healthy dinner recipe.
- Adaptable. If you don't have bok choy or don't care for it, you can swap it out for another vegetable you like or have on hand.
Notes on Ingredients Needed
![Bok Choy with Chicken Ingredients for bok choy and chicken stir fry labeled on counter.](https://amindfullmom.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/12/Easy-Chicken-and-Bok-Choy.jpg)
- Chicken: Use either boneless, skinless chicken breasts or thighs.
- Bok Choy: You can use baby or adult Bok choy and it is available at most grocery stores. However, feel free to use napa cabbage in place of the Bok choy if you can not find fresh Bok choy.
- Stir Fry Sauce: This sweet and savory sauce is made with soy sauce, minced garlic, honey, grated gingerroot, and rice wine vinegar. Be sure to use low-sodium soy sauce to control the level of sodium if needed.
- Oil: It is important to use cooking oil with a high smoke point like sesame oil, coconut oil, or canola oil. Be sure to use LIGHT sesame oil instead of dark sesame oil for this stir-fry. Also, be sure your sesame oil does not smell rancid before using, and store sesame oil in the refrigerator to keep fresh.
How to Make Chicken and Bok Choy Stir Fry
The following tips are provided to help you achieve perfect results. You will find the detailed instructions in the recipe card at the bottom of this post.
Prepare Stir-Fry Sauce
Because this stir-fry comes together so quickly, it is best to prepare the sauce before beginning to sauté the chicken and vegetables. To do so, mix together honey, garlic, soy sauce, and rice wine vinegar together in a small bowl and set aside to add to the stir-fry later.
![Chicken Stir Fry with Bok Choy Stir Fry Sauce in glass bowl.](https://amindfullmom.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/12/15-Minute-Stir-Fry-Recipe.jpg)
Brown Chicken
Searing the chicken in a bit of oil will help to add texture to the chicken and seal in its juices.
![Bokchoy Stir Fry with Chicken Browned chicken in saute pan.](https://amindfullmom.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/12/Recipes-with-Bok-Choy.jpg)
Sauté Bok Choy
Once the chicken is browned, add in the Bok choy along with carrots, and green onions if you are using and sauté briefly until just crisp-tender.
![Easy 15 minute stir fry recipe Saute pan with chicken and bok choy and carrots.](https://amindfullmom.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/12/Bok-Choy-and-Chicken-Recipes.jpg)
Simmer Together
Pour the reserved sauce into the pan and stir to coat. Let everything simmer for 1-2 minutes just to heat through and for the flavors to incorporate.
![Easy Chicken and Bok Choy Recipe Chicken and Bok Choy Stir fry in nonstick skillet.](https://amindfullmom.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/12/Bokchoy.jpg)
Serving Suggestions
This Chicken Bok Choy Stir-Fry is a hearty, healthy meal that can stand alone and makes a great low-carb meal, or can be stretched to feed a few more mouths by serving with a side of Instant Pot Brown Rice, Instant Pot Jasmine Rice, or cauliflower rice if desired.
I also recommend topping this stir fry with toasted sesame seeds for a nice contrast in texture.
recipe modifications
- Gluten-Free: To keep this chicken stir-fry gluten-free, use Tamari in place of soy sauce or your favorite gluten-free brand of soy sauce.
- Paleo-Friendly: Use maple syrup in place of honey. You can also opt to omit the sweetener from the recipe entirely to keep the carb count even lower.
- Swap out the Bok Choy: Feel free to use additional carrots, asparagus, broccoli, and/or mushrooms in place of the Bok choy.
More Quick & Easy Asian-Inspired Recipes
- Hunan Chicken
- Shrimp Stir-Fry
- Chicken Asparagus Stir Fry
- Homemade Orange Chicken
- Chicken and Mushroom Stir-Fry
- Shrimp Lo Mein
This Chicken and Bok Choy Stir-Fry is a great way to use Bok choy to create a fast 15-minute dinner! If you gave this recipe a try, I would love for you to leave a comment below!
![Plate of chicken and bok choy stir fry topped with cilantro.](https://amindfullmom.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/12/Bokchoy-Stir-Fry-360x360.jpg)
Stir-Fried Chicken and Bok Choy
Ingredients
Sauce
- 2 tablespoons honey
- ½ teaspoon freshly grated ginger
- 2 cloves of garlic grated or minced finely
- 2 tablespoons reduced sodium gluten-free soy sauce
- 1 tablespoon rice wine vinegar
For the Stir Fry
- 1 teaspoon light sesame oil see notes
- 1 pound boneless skinless chicken breasts, cut into 1 inch chunks
- 1 head of bok choy washed and cut into 1 inch strips
- 2 large carrots peeled in strips or ½ cup matchstick carrots
- 5-6 green onions diced
- 1 tablespoon sesame seeds
- ¼ cup chopped cilantro if desired
Instructions
- In a small mixing bowl, combine the honey, ginger, garlic, vinegar, and soy sauce together until well combined. Set aside to add to stir-fry later.
- Heat the sesame oil in a large wok or skillet over medium-high heat. Add in chicken and cook for 5-7 minutes, until golden on all sides. Add in bok choy, carrots, and green onions. Stir continuously for 3 minutes to evenly cook the vegetables until crisp-tender. After 3 minutes, add in the sauce and cook for 1-2 minutes to coat the chicken and vegetables with the sauce and heat it through.
- Serve with a sprinkle of cilantro and toasted sesame seeds if desired.
Charlie
You can use white or brown sugar instead of honey. Real Chinese cooking doesn't use honey and honey is expensive.
Jeanne
Very good made rice to go with this dish as there was a bit of liquid
Tony
Easy fast delightful dish. Made according to the recipe, with a bit of hot pepper flakes. Recommend.
Kristen Chidsey
Thanks for sharing your review. I love hearing you enjoyed this stir fry Tony!
Jane Poole
Wonderful dish! Made it as written, except doubled the sauce and added some red pepper flakes since we like a little more sauce and spice. This recipe is delicious and is going into our dinner rotation.
Kristen Chidsey
I love hearing that, Jane! Thanks for sharing!
Cindy
Didn't have carrots so I sliced celery and added more soy sauce ,great tasting !!
lynn a kraiza
Thank you! But, I meant tossing the chicken in a ziploc with corn starch before cooking. Then, when added back with the veggies, it would add to the texture to the sauce without getting heavy? I'm no chef, why I was asking! Thank you for your prompt response!! I'll try your suggestion, and mine, in 2 separate pans and let you know! Thank you again! I can't wait to experiment! You Rock! 🙂
Kristen Chidsey
Sorry I misunderstood! Yes, I think tossing the chicken with the cornstarch would work to give the dish texture. Curious to hear your results 🙂
AuntieLynnie
Can I add cornstarch and powder the chicken to make the sauce a litter thicker like a glaze?
Kristen Chidsey
Yes! You can mix 1-2 teaspoons of cornstarch into the sauce, just whisk well to dissolve before adding to the sauce.
Cynthia
Awesome for a base recipe!
I totally tweaked it and added way more veggies and used tofu instead of chicken!
So a good starter recipe if you don’t quite know how to cook!
Paul K. Smith
I see you recommend Sesame See oil for preparing this dish. If you do so it'll burn right out.
Sesame Seed oil is not a high temperature oil and should never be used except as a flavouring oil. Use canola, peanut oil, etc. that have a high smoke point.
Kristen Chidsey
Hi Paul! You are are absolutely right that toasted sesame oil will burn. The recipe post and notes state "Be sure to use LIGHT sesame oil instead of dark sesame oil for this stir-fry" and goes on to explain you need an oil with a high smoke point.
Rich
The recipie was so good I cook meatless and the only chikin I had on hand was a bbque cihkin it was kind of spicy so I separated it from the main dish it all came together beautifully I also used two heads of bok choy they do seem to disappear when you stir fry them lol kudos to your recipe compai to you
Christine Marie Dihle
My family really liked the subtle flavor of the sauce. I think next time I would add some more veg. I need to feed three men plus myself.
Nan
Very simple and easy. I added mushrooms and it turned out great.
Kristen Chidsey
I am so happy you enjoyed!
Denise Gaffney
Hi! Thinking about making tonight. I ran out of honey. Ok to use agave?
Kristen Chidsey
It should work Denise! Enjoy!
Faith Cyr
Love the Bok Choy Chicken. Made it second time tonight! (Yay for gluten free!) Question =prep time says 5 minutes?! How'd you do that? Lots of chopping!
Kristen Chidsey
Hi Faith! I am so glad you enjoy so much! As for the timing, I work fast, but 10 minutes is probably more accurate for the average cook. I will adjust that! I appreciate your feedback!
Chris
Really good! Quick to make and very tasty. Will definitely be making this again.
Kristen Chidsey
I love hearing this will be on the menu again Chris! Thanks for taking the time to leave a review 🙂
Janine
Came out great! My family enjoyed it. Made it a few weeks ago and making it again tonight.
Kristen Chidsey
I love hearing that Janine!
Kathleen
What can I use as a substitute for honey?
Kristen Chidsey
Maple syrup or even brown sugar in a pinch.
Preeti
Loved it. Thank you for sharing.