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Honey Garlic Chicken and Broccoli: A Flavorful and Healthy Weeknight Meal

This quick and easy stir-fry is a perfect blend of sweet, savory, and spicy flavors. Packed with protein from the chicken and essential nutrients from the broccoli, it’s a satisfying and healthy meal that’s perfect for any night of the week.

Why You’ll Love This Dish:

  • Quick and Easy: This recipe can be prepared in under 30 minutes, making it ideal for busy weeknights.
  • Healthy and Nutritious: Packed with protein, fiber, and vitamins, this dish is a great way to nourish your body.
  • Flavorful and Satisfying: The combination of sweet honey, savory garlic, and slightly spicy sriracha creates a delicious and satisfying flavor profile.

Ingredients:

  • For the broccoli:
    • 3 small heads of broccoli, cut into florets
    • Drizzle of olive oil
    • Salt and pepper
  • For the chicken:
    • 2 lbs chicken breast, cubed
    • ¼ cup flour
    • Dash of garlic powder
    • Dash of dry ginger
    • Salt and pepper
  • For the sauce:
    • 1 tablespoon cornstarch
    • ⅓ cup soy sauce
    • ⅓ cup honey
    • 2 tablespoons rice vinegar
    • 1 tablespoon sesame oil
    • 1 tablespoon sriracha (add more if you want spicier)
    • 1½ teaspoons jarred, minced garlic
  • Additional:
    • Rice, sesame seeds, kewpie mayo, or sliced scallions (optional)

Instructions:

  1. Prepare the broccoli: Coat chopped broccoli in olive oil, salt, and pepper. Roast at 400 degrees for 25-30 minutes.
  2. Cook the chicken: Toss cubed chicken in a mixture of flour, garlic powder, ginger, and salt/pepper. Add chicken to a large skillet with a touch of oil. Cook all the way through over medium heat (about 7-10 minutes, but test a piece or two).
  3. Make the sauce: While chicken is cooking, mix together sauce ingredients- start with just cornstarch and soy sauce, mixing together so the cornstarch can dissolve, then add everything else.
  4. Combine ingredients: Pour sauce over cooked chicken and bring to a simmer over low heat, stirring frequently. Once sauce has thickened (about 5 minutes), stir in broccoli.
  5. Serve: Serve over rice (optional) with sesame seeds, kewpie mayo, or sliced scallions.

Tips for Success:

  • Don’t overcook the chicken: The chicken should be cooked through but still juicy.
  • Adjust the spice level: If you enjoy spicy food, add more sriracha or a pinch of red pepper flakes.
  • Serve with your favorite sides: This dish pairs well with rice, noodles, or a side salad.
  • Make it ahead: Prepare the chicken and sauce ahead of time and store in the refrigerator. When ready to serve, simply cook the broccoli and combine with the chicken and sauce.
  • For a vegetarian option: Substitute the chicken with tofu or tempeh.

Nutritional Information (per serving):

  • Calories: 350-400
  • Protein: 30-35g
  • Carbohydrates: 25-30g
  • Fat: 15-20g

Enjoy this delicious and healthy meal!

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Additional Notes:

  • This recipe is easily customizable to your preferences. Feel free to add or remove ingredients as desired.
  • For a gluten-free option, use gluten-free soy sauce and a gluten-free flour blend.
  • This dish is also suitable for meal prep. Prepare a large batch and store leftovers in the refrigerator for a quick and easy meal later in the week.

Honey Garlic Chicken and Broccoli

For the chicken and broccoli households that need a little variation
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 30 minutes
Course Main Course
Cuisine Chinese
Servings 4

Ingredients
  

Broccoli

  • 3 small heads of broccoli cut into florets
  • drizzle of olive oil
  • salt and pepper

Chicken base

  • 2 lbs chicken breast
  • ¼ cup flour
  • dash of garlic powder
  • dash of dry ginger
  • salt and pepper

Sauce

  • 1 tbs cornstarch
  • ⅓ cup soy sauce
  • ⅓ cup honey
  • 2 tbs rice vinegar
  • 1 tbs sesame oil
  • 1 tbs srirarcha can add more if you want spicier
  • 1½ tsp jarred, minced garlic
  • Rice, sesame seeds to top, kewpie mayo, or sliced scallions as extra add-ons

Instructions
 

  • Coat chopped broccoli in olive oil, salt, and pepper. Roast at 400 degrees for 25-30 minutes.
  • Cube chicken breasts. Toss in mixture of flour, garlic powder, ginger, and salt/pep.
  • Add chicken to a large skillet with a touch of oil. Cook all the way through over medium heat (about 7-10 mins, but test a piece or two).
  • While chicken is cooking, mix together sauce ingredients- start with just corn starch and soy sauce, mixing together so the cornstarch can dissolve, then add everything else.
  • Pour sauce over cooked chicken and bring to a simmer over low heat, stirring frequently.
  • Once sauce has thickened (about 5 mins) stir in broccoli.
  • Serve over rice (optional)
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