Honey Garlic Chicken with Broccoli
Juicy chicken pieces are cooked in a rich honey garlic sauce that combines sweet and savory flavors in every bite.
Ingredients
- 1 lb chicken breasts cut into bite size pieces (or boneless skinless chicken thighs)
- 2 Tbsp sesame oil or vegetable oil
- 2 Tbsp cornstarch
- 2-3 cups broccoli florets
- Salt and black pepper to taste
- 2 Tbsp honey
- ΒΌ cup soy sauce low sodium preferred
- 2 tsp sesame oil can sub with vegetable oil
- 2 Tbsp orange juice
- 2 cloves garlic minced
- 1 tsp ginger grated
- 1 Tbsp ketchup
- 1 tsp sesame seeds black and white
- Salt and pepper to taste
- Green onion chopped, for serving
Instructions
- Cut the chicken into bite-sized pieces.
- Rinse and drain the broccoli florets.
- In a medium-sized bowl, combine the sesame oil, garlic, honey, soy sauce, orange juice, ketchup, sesame seeds, ginger, salt, and pepper. Whisk until all ingredients are well incorporated. Set aside.
- Steam the broccoli using a steamer basket for 10-12 minutes until tender. If you do not have a steamer basket, cook the broccoli in a pot of boiling water for 4-5 minutes or until tender. Drain and set aside.
- Heat 2 tablespoons of sesame oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat.
- Season the chicken with salt, pepper, and cornstarch, tossing to coat evenly.
- Add the chicken to the skillet and cook for 5-7 minutes, or until golden brown and fully cooked through.
- Pour half of the prepared sauce over the chicken and cook for 6-7 minutes. Add the remaining sauce and cook for an additional 3-4 minutes. Remove from heat.
- Stir in the steamed broccoli gently until well combined.
- Adjust seasoning with additional salt and pepper if needed.
- Garnish with extra sesame seeds, a squeeze of fresh lemon juice, and chopped green onions before serving.
Notes
Serve with rice or noodles for a complete meal. Store leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge for 3-4 days. Feel free to add other vegetables for variety. Consider doubling the sauce for extra flavor.