Honey Garlic Chicken and Broccoli Stir Fry
This is the stir fry that beats takeout — juicy seared chicken and bright green broccoli tossed in a glossy honey garlic sauce that's sweet, savory, and just a little spicy. Every bite is sticky, savory, and packed with flavor, and it comes together in one pan in 20 minutes.
With ~34g of protein per serving and only ~8g net carbs — the weeknight dinner that tastes like a restaurant.
Why You'll Love This
Juicy chicken, crisp broccoli, glossy honey garlic sauce
~34g protein per serving, only ~8g net carbs
One pan, 20 minutes, restaurant-quality
Better than takeout — and half the price
Amazing Protein Recipes
Honey Garlic Chicken and Broccoli Stir Fry
- Prep10 min
- Cook15 min
- Total25 min
- Servings4 servings
- Calories260 kcal
- whisk
- small mixing bowl
- large skillet
- lid for skillet
- spatula
Ingredients
Instructions
- Whisk the soy sauce, honey substitute, rice vinegar, and red pepper flakes in a small bowl. Set aside.
- Heat the olive oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat.
- Season the chicken with salt and pepper. Sear in a single layer, 4–5 minutes per side, until golden and cooked through. Remove and set aside.
- Add the broccoli to the same pan with a splash of water. Cover and steam 2–3 minutes until bright green and crisp-tender.
- Add the garlic and cook 30 seconds until fragrant.
- Return the chicken to the pan. Pour in the sauce and toss everything together.
- Simmer 2–3 minutes until the sauce thickens and coats everything glossy.
- Drizzle with sesame oil and sprinkle with sesame seeds. Serve hot.
Notes & Tips
- Hot pan, dry chicken: Pat the chicken dry before searing — wet chicken steams instead of browning.
- Don't crowd the pan: Sear in batches if needed — crowded chicken never gets that golden crust.
- Crisp-tender broccoli: 2–3 minutes of steaming is enough — overcooked broccoli goes mushy and gray.
- Sauce last: Add the sauce at the end so the honey doesn't burn — it thickens in 2 minutes flat.
- Nutrition: Per serving (estimate): 340 calories, 16g fat.
- Fridge: Store airtight up to 4 days.
- Reheat: Warm in a skillet over medium heat — the microwave makes the broccoli soggy.
- Freezer: Freeze up to 2 months; thaw overnight in the fridge.
- The Secret to a Sauce That Clings, Not Pools
- The secret is the sear plus the 2-minute simmer. A good sear on the chicken gives the sauce something to grip, and simmering at the end reduces the sauce until it coats every piece instead of pooling at the bottom. Skip the simmer and you get a watery stir fry — give it 2 minutes and it turns glossy and sticky.
Variations & serving ideas
- Different protein: Swap chicken for shrimp, beef strips, or tofu — same sauce, same method.
- Veggie swap: Add bell peppers, snap peas, or mushrooms alongside the broccoli.
- Spicier: Add a spoonful of sriracha or extra chili flakes to the sauce.
- No honey substitute: Use 1 tbsp honey — it adds a few carbs but the flavor is identical.
Nutrition Facts
Per serving · makes 4 servings
| Nutrient | Amount per serving |
|---|---|
| Calories | 260 kcal |
| Total fat | 10 g |
| Saturated fat | 2 g |
| Cholesterol | 145 mg |
| Sodium | 800 mg |
| Total carbohydrate | 8 g |
| Fibre | 2 g |
| Sugars | 6 g |
| Protein | 34 g |
Nutrition values are approximate and vary with brands and portion sizes.
Frequently asked questions
How long does it take to make Honey Garlic Chicken and Broccoli Stir Fry?
About 25 minutes in total: 10 minutes of prep and 15 minutes of cooking.
What ingredients do I need for Honey Garlic Chicken and Broccoli Stir Fry?
The key ingredients include chicken breast, broccoli, garlic, rice vinegar, red pepper flakes and soy sauce. The recipe card lists every ingredient with exact amounts.
How should I store leftovers?
Fridge: Store airtight up to 4 days. Freezer: Freeze up to 2 months; thaw overnight in the fridge.
Can I make substitutions in this recipe?
Whisk the soy sauce, honey substitute, rice vinegar, and red pepper flakes in a small bowl.
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