Honey Sesame Chicken and Broccoli
Savor the vibrant flavors of Honey Sesame Chicken and Broccoli, a quick and delicious dish that combines tender chicken with crisp broccoli, all enveloped in a sweet, glossy sauce. Perfect for busy weeknights or special occasions, this recipe promises to delight your family and friends at the dinner table.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Total Time: 30 minutes
- Yield: Serves 4
- Category: Main
- Method: Sautéing
- Cuisine: Asian
Ingredients
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- 1 lb boneless, skinless chicken breasts (3–4 breasts), diced
- 2 cups fresh broccoli florets
- 1/3 cup pure honey
- 1/4 cup low-sodium soy sauce
- 2 tsp sesame oil
- 4 garlic cloves, minced
- Salt and pepper to taste
- Cooking oil for sautéing
Instructions
- Wash and chop broccoli into bite-sized pieces. Dice chicken breasts into chunks.
- In a bowl, mix honey, soy sauce, sesame oil, minced garlic, and black pepper to create the sauce.
- Heat oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat. Add chicken and season with salt and pepper. Sauté until golden brown and cooked through (about 5-7 minutes).
- Add broccoli with a splash of water; cover for 3-4 minutes until bright green and tender-crisp.
- Pour the sauce over the chicken and broccoli; stir well to coat everything evenly. Let simmer for another minute.
- Serve hot with steamed rice or noodles.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 plate (295g)
- Calories: 370
- Sugar: 27g
- Sodium: 550mg
- Fat: 8g
- Saturated Fat: 1g
- Unsaturated Fat: 6g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 43g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 30g
- Cholesterol: 80mg
Keywords: - For extra flavor, marinate the chicken in honey and soy sauce for at least 30 minutes before cooking. - Feel free to swap out broccoli for snap peas or bell peppers for variety. - Add sesame seeds or red pepper flakes for garnish.