How do I make sure my chicken is tender and juicy?

To keep your chicken tender, avoid overcooking it. Cook until it's golden brown on the outside and just cooked through, typically 5-7 minutes per side depending on the size of your pieces. Cutting the chicken into uniform, bite-sized pieces also helps ensure even cooking.

Can I use other vegetables instead of broccoli?

Absolutely! This recipe is versatile. You can substitute broccoli with other quick-cooking vegetables like snap peas, bell peppers, asparagus, or green beans. Adjust cooking times as needed to ensure they are tender-crisp.

What's the best way to thicken the honey garlic sauce?

The cornstarch slurry is key! Make sure to mix 1 tablespoon of cornstarch with 2 tablespoons of cold water until smooth before adding it to the simmering sauce. Stir continuously until the sauce thickens and becomes glossy. If it's not thick enough, you can add a little more slurry (mixed with equal parts cornstarch and water) and bring it back to a simmer.

What can I serve with One-Pan Honey Garlic Chicken and Broccoli?

This dish is fantastic served hot with a side of steamed white or brown rice to soak up all that delicious sauce. For a lighter option, consider quinoa or cauliflower rice. Noodles, like lo mein or ramen, also make an excellent pairing.

Easy One-Pan Honey Garlic Chicken and Broccoli: A Weeknight Dinner Favorite!

Description

This easy one-pan recipe features tender chicken and crisp broccoli coated in a sweet and savory honey-garlic sauce, perfect for a quick weeknight meal.

Ingredients

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500 g chicken breast, cut into bite-sized pieces
2 cups broccoli florets
2 tablespoons soy sauce
2 tablespoons honey
1 tablespoon oyster sauce
2 cloves garlic, minced
1 tablespoon cornstarch (mixed with 2 tablespoons water for slurry)
2 tablespoons vegetable oil
Salt to taste
Pepper to taste

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Instructions

Step 1: Heat 2 tablespoons of vegetable oil in a large pan or wok over medium-high heat.
Step 2: Add the chicken pieces to the hot pan, season with salt and pepper. Cook until golden brown on all sides and mostly cooked through, about 5-7 minutes. Remove chicken from the pan and set aside.
Step 3: Add minced garlic to the pan and sauté for about 30 seconds until fragrant.
Step 4: Stir in the soy sauce, honey, and oyster sauce. Bring the sauce to a gentle simmer, scraping up any browned bits from the bottom of the pan.
Step 5: Return the cooked chicken to the pan. Add the broccoli florets and ¼ cup of water. Cover the pan and let it steam for 2-3 minutes, or until the broccoli is tender-crisp.
Step 6: Stir in the cornstarch slurry (1 tablespoon cornstarch mixed with 2 tablespoons water). Cook, stirring constantly, until the sauce thickens and becomes glossy, coating the chicken and broccoli evenly.
Step 7: Serve hot immediately with steamed rice or noodles.

Notes

For extra flavor and texture, sprinkle sesame seeds or crushed red pepper flakes over the dish before serving. You can also add a touch of sriracha to the sauce for a spicy kick.

Prep Time: 15 minutes
Cook Time: 18 minutes
Category: Main Course
Method: Pan-frying, Stir-frying
Cuisine: Asian-inspired

Nutrition

Serving Size: 1 serving
Calories: 380 kcal
Sugar: 18g
Sodium: 950mg
Fat: 17g
Saturated Fat: 4g
Unsaturated Fat: 10g
Trans Fat: 0g
Carbohydrates: 32g
Fiber: 4g
Protein: 35g
Cholesterol: 70mg

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