Honey Garlic Chicken and Broccoli Stir-Fry
Honey Garlic Chicken and Broccoli Stir-Fry is a quick, flavorful dish combining tender chicken and crisp broccoli in a sticky, sweet-savory honey garlic sauce. Easy to customize and packed with nutrition, it’s perfect for a healthy weeknight meal loved by the whole family.
Ingredients
- 2 tablespoons oil divided
- 2 cups broccoli florets
- 1 pound boneless skinless chicken breasts, cut into 1-inch pieces
- 4 cloves garlic minced
- 1/4 cup low-sodium soy sauce
- 1/4 cup water
- 1/4 cup honey
- 1 teaspoon sesame oil
- 2 teaspoons cornstarch
- Salt and pepper to taste
- Sesame seeds for garnish optional
Instructions
- Heat 1 tablespoon of oil in a large skillet over medium heat. Add the broccoli and sauté for 4 to 5 minutes until tender and caramelized. Remove the broccoli from the pan and set it aside.
- Add the remaining tablespoon of oil to the same skillet. To achieve crispy, caramelized chicken, cook it in two batches. Add the chicken pieces and cook until browned. Then add the minced garlic and cook for another minute.
- While the chicken is cooking, whisk together the soy sauce, water, honey, and sesame oil in a small bowl.
- Pour the sauce mixture into the pan along with the cooked broccoli. In a separate small bowl, combine the cornstarch with 1 tablespoon of cold water, stirring until smooth. Gradually whisk the cornstarch mixture into the sauce, simmering for 1 to 2 minutes until the sauce thickens.
- Season with salt and pepper to taste. Serve immediately, garnished with sesame seeds if desired.