Description
A quick and easy recipe for sticky chicken and broccoli that captures the savory, sweet, and slightly tangy flavors of your favorite takeout, made right at home.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 pound boneless, skinless chicken thighs or breasts, cut into bite-sized pieces
- 2 cups fresh broccoli florets
- 3 tablespoons soy sauce
- 2 tablespoons honey
- 1 tablespoon sesame oil
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 inch fresh ginger, minced or grated
- 1 tablespoon cornstarch
- 1/4 cup chicken broth or water
- 1 tablespoon sesame seeds (for garnish)
- Salt and pepper to taste
- Cooked rice or quinoa for serving
Instructions
- Prepare the Chicken and Broccoli: Start by cutting the chicken into bite-sized pieces and washing the broccoli florets. Set them aside, and get ready for the magic to happen!
- Make the Sauce: In a bowl, whisk together the soy sauce, honey, sesame oil, garlic, ginger, and cornstarch until smooth. This fragrant sauce will be the star of the show!
- Cook the Chicken: In a large skillet over medium-high heat, add a drizzle of oil and cook the chicken until browned and cooked through, about 5-7 minutes. Season with salt and pepper to enhance those flavors.
- Add Broccoli: Once the chicken is cooked, add the broccoli florets to the skillet, mixing well. Cook for an additional 2-3 minutes until the broccoli is bright green and slightly tender, creating that beautiful color contrast.
- Simmer with Sauce: Pour the prepared sauce over the chicken and broccoli. Add chicken broth or water to thin the sauce if desired and allow it to simmer for 3-5 minutes, stirring occasionally, until the sauce has thickened into a sticky glaze.
- Garnish: Remove from heat and sprinkle sesame seeds on top. This adds a delightful crunch!
- Serve: Pair with cooked rice or quinoa for a satisfying meal. Your family won’t be able to resist!
Notes
Make-ahead by marinating chicken in the sauce for a few hours. Leftovers can be stored in an airtight container in the fridge for up to 3 days.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: Asian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup
- Calories: 325
- Sugar: 9g
- Sodium: 700mg
- Fat: 9g
- Saturated Fat: 1g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 24g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 30g
- Cholesterol: 70mg