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Easy One-Pan Honey Garlic Chicken and Broccoli

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A quick and fuss-free one-pan meal featuring tender chicken, crisp broccoli, and a sticky honey garlic glaze, perfect for busy weeknights or simple dinners.

Ingredients

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  • 1 pound boneless, skinless chicken thighs or breasts, cut into bite-sized pieces
  • 3 cups fresh broccoli florets, washed and trimmed
  • 4 cloves garlic, minced
  • 1/4 cup honey (60 ml)
  • 3 tablespoons low sodium soy sauce (45 ml)
  • 1 tablespoon rice vinegar (15 ml)
  • 2 tablespoons olive oil (30 ml)
  • 1/4 cup water (60 ml)
  • 1/4 teaspoon red pepper flakes (optional)
  • Salt and freshly ground black pepper to taste
  • Optional: fresh lemon juice for finishing

Instructions

  1. Cut the chicken into 1-inch pieces and trim broccoli into bite-sized florets. Mince garlic finely. (About 10 minutes prep)
  2. Heat a large skillet over medium heat and add 2 tablespoons olive oil. Warm until shimmering but not smoking (about 1 minute).
  3. Add chicken pieces in a single layer, season lightly with salt and pepper. Cook undisturbed for 4 minutes until golden brown on the underside, then stir and cook for another 3 minutes until mostly cooked but not fully done. Avoid overcrowding; cook in batches if needed.
  4. Add minced garlic and cook for 30 seconds to 1 minute until fragrant, being careful not to burn it.
  5. In a small bowl, whisk together honey, soy sauce, rice vinegar, water, and red pepper flakes if using.
  6. Pour the sauce over the chicken, add broccoli florets on top, and gently stir to coat. Cover skillet with lid or foil and steam for 5-7 minutes, stirring halfway through, until broccoli is bright green and tender-crisp and chicken is cooked through.
  7. Remove lid, increase heat to medium-high, and stir frequently as sauce thickens and becomes sticky, about 2-3 minutes. Watch carefully to prevent burning.
  8. Taste and adjust seasoning with salt, pepper, and optional lemon juice.
  9. Serve immediately, great over steamed rice, quinoa, or on its own for a low-carb option.

Notes

Use chicken thighs for juicier meat; breasts can dry out if overcooked. Add a splash of water if sauce thickens too quickly. Keep heat medium to avoid burning sauce. For gluten-free, substitute soy sauce with tamari or coconut aminos. Optional lemon juice brightens flavor before serving. Leftovers keep well refrigerated for 3 days or frozen for up to 2 months.

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Keywords: one-pan, honey garlic chicken, broccoli, quick dinner, easy recipe, weeknight meal, healthy, gluten-free option

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