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Honey Garlic Chicken and Broccoli

Tender chicken and crisp broccoli coated in a glossy homemade honey-garlic sauce.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 20 minutes
Total Time 35 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Main Course
Cuisine: Chinese
Calories: 319
Ingredients Method Notes

Ingredients
  

  • 1 1/4 lb 565 g boneless skinless chicken breast, cut into 1-inch pieces
  • 1/2 tsp fine salt
  • 1/4 tsp black pepper
  • 1 tbsp neutral oil
  • 4 cups 360 g broccoli florets
  • 1/3 cup 80 ml low-sodium soy sauce
  • 1/4 cup 85 g honey
  • 3 garlic cloves minced
  • 1 tsp grated fresh ginger
  • 1 tbsp cornstarch
  • 2 tbsp water plus extra for the cornstarch slurry
  • Cooked rice for serving

Method
 

  1. Season the chicken with salt and pepper. Whisk soy sauce, honey, garlic, and ginger in a small bowl. Mix cornstarch and water separately.
  2. Heat the oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat. Cook the chicken for 5 to 7 minutes, turning occasionally.
  3. Add the broccoli and 2 tablespoons water. Cover and steam for 3 minutes.
  4. Pour in the honey-garlic mixture. Simmer for 2 minutes, then stir in the cornstarch slurry. Cook until glossy and thickened and the chicken reaches 165°F (74°C).
  5. Serve over rice.

Notes

Estimated nutrition per serving is shown in this recipe’s nutrition information. Values vary with brands, substitutions and portion sizes. Optional toppings, extra side dishes and unspecified added salt are excluded from the base estimate.