Honey-Glazed Chicken and Broccoli Stir-Fry
A quick weeknight favorite with tender chicken, crisp broccoli, and a sweet-tangy honey-soy sauce. This asian-inspired chicken (vegetarian-friendly) ready in about 25 minutes pairs chicken breast, broccoli florets, soy sauce for a weeknight-friendly dinner that comes together with one pan and minimal cleanup. Each serving lands at about 350 calories and feeds 4, so it slots cleanly into a weekly meal plan and pairs well with a quick salad or grain on the side. Tap "Plan a meal with the AI" below to drop this recipe into your week and send the ingredients straight to Instacart. Nutrition values are approximate, calculated from USDA FoodData Central (fdc.nal.usda.gov) — verify against ingredient labels for any health-driven dietary plan.
Ingredients
- 1 lb chicken breast
- 2 cups broccoli florets
- 2 tbsp soy sauce
- 1 tbsp honey
- 1 tbsp sesame oil
- 2 cloves minced garlic
- 1/4 cup water
- 2 cups cooked rice
Instructions
- Step 1: Heat 1 tbsp sesame oil in a wok or large skillet over medium-high heat. Add 1 lb cubed chicken breast and cook for 5-6 minutes until browned and nearly cooked through. Remove and set aside.
- Step 2: Add 2 cups broccoli florets to the wok and stir-fry for 3-4 minutes until bright green and tender-crisp. Push to one side.
- Step 3: In a small bowl, whisk together 2 tbsp soy sauce, 1 tbsp honey, 2 minced garlic cloves, and 1/4 cup water. Pour the sauce into the wok and stir to combine with the broccoli.
- Step 4: Return the chicken to the wok and simmer for 3-4 minutes until the sauce thickens and the chicken is fully cooked. Serve over 2 cups cooked rice.
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Frequently asked questions
How long does Honey-Glazed Chicken and Broccoli Stir-Fry take to make?
Total time is about 25 minutes (10 min prep + 15 min cook). Most home cooks find this fits comfortably into a weeknight; double the batch on Sunday for two dinners.
How do I store leftover Honey-Glazed Chicken and Broccoli Stir-Fry?
Cool to room temperature within 2 hours, then store in an airtight container in the fridge for up to 4 days. Reheat covered in a 350°F oven for 10-12 minutes, or microwave at 70% power in 60-second bursts to keep chicken breast from drying out.
Can I substitute ingredients in Honey-Glazed Chicken and Broccoli Stir-Fry?
Yes — most ingredients in this recipe have flexible swaps. For oil, use any neutral high-smoke-point oil (avocado, grapeseed, refined coconut). For aromatics, dried herbs at ⅓ the volume of fresh work in a pinch. The full ingredient list is shoppable on Instacart so you can see substitutes in real time.
How do I scale Honey-Glazed Chicken and Broccoli Stir-Fry for a different number of people?
The recipe is written for 4 servings. Multiply each ingredient by (your serving target / 4). Cook time stays roughly the same up to 2x; for 3-4x batches, switch from a skillet to a sheet pan or stockpot so the food isn't crowded — overcrowding steams instead of browns.
Is Honey-Glazed Chicken and Broccoli Stir-Fry vegetarian-friendly?
Yes — this recipe is tagged vegetarian-friendly based on its ingredient list. Always cross-check labels for packaged ingredients (sauces, broths, condiments) since formulations vary by brand.
What others are saying
- ★★★★★
Made with what I had on hand and it still came out great.
- ★★★☆☆
Average. The concept is good but execution needs work on seasoning.
- ★★★☆☆
Decent recipe but nothing special. Might try a different version.
