One-Pot Ginger Garlic Chicken with Broccoli

By AislePrompt Test Kitchen · Reviewed by AislePrompt Editorial · ·

A quick and flavorful one-pot chicken and broccoli dish coated in a sweet and savory ginger-garlic sauce, perfect for a busy weeknight dinner. This asian-inspired chicken ready in about 25 minutes pairs boneless skinless chicken thighs, broccoli florets, grated fresh ginger for a weeknight-friendly dinner that comes together with one pan and minimal cleanup. Each serving lands at about 320 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.

Prep: 10 min Cook: 15 min Serves 4 Asian cuisine 320 cal/serving
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Ingredients

Instructions

  1. Step 1: Heat 2 tbsp vegetable oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat until shimmering. Add 1 lb boneless skinless chicken thighs cut into bite-sized pieces and sauté for 5-6 minutes until golden brown and cooked through.
  2. Step 2: Add 4 minced garlic cloves and 1 tbsp grated fresh ginger to the skillet and cook for 1 minute until fragrant, stirring constantly to avoid burning.
  3. Step 3: Stir in 1/4 cup soy sauce, 2 tbsp honey, and 1 tbsp rice vinegar; cook for 2 minutes until the sauce starts to bubble.
  4. Step 4: Add 3 cups broccoli florets to the skillet, stir well, cover, and cook for 4 minutes until broccoli is bright green and tender-crisp.
  5. Step 5: Mix 1 tsp cornstarch with 1/4 cup water until smooth, then pour into the skillet and stir for 1-2 minutes until the sauce thickens and coats the chicken and broccoli evenly.
  6. Step 6: Remove from heat, sprinkle 1 tsp sesame seeds and 2 sliced green onions on top, and serve immediately.

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Frequently asked questions

How long does One-Pot Ginger Garlic Chicken with Broccoli 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 One-Pot Ginger Garlic Chicken with Broccoli?

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 broccoli florets from drying out.

Can I substitute ingredients in One-Pot Ginger Garlic Chicken with Broccoli?

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 One-Pot Ginger Garlic Chicken with Broccoli 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.

What goes well with One-Pot Ginger Garlic Chicken with Broccoli?

Asian chicken like this pair well with a simple grain (rice, couscous, or crusty bread), a quick salad with acid (lemon vinaigrette, pickled onions), and a pan sauce or yogurt-based dip. Tap "Plan a meal with the AI" to get specific side suggestions.

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