Two-Flavor Stir-Fried Chicken and Broccoli with Sweet-Honey and Spicy-Sriracha Glazes
Chicken and broccoli stir-fry divided into two distinct flavor profiles, one sweet and one spicy, for a balanced meal. This asian-inspired chicken ready in about 35 minutes pairs boneless chicken breast, broccoli florets, garlic for a weeknight-friendly dinner that comes together with one pan and minimal cleanup. Each serving lands at about 450 calories and feeds 2, 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
- 12 oz boneless chicken breast
- 2 cups broccoli florets
- 2 cloves garlic
- 1 tbsp ginger
- 3 tbsp soy sauce
- 2 tbsp honey
- 1 tbsp rice vinegar
- 1 tsp sriracha
- 1 tbsp sesame oil
- 1 tsp cornstarch
- 2 tbsp vegetable oil
- 1/4 tsp salt
Instructions
- Step 1: Cut chicken into 1/2-inch cubes and toss with 1 tsp cornstarch and 1/4 tsp salt. Heat 1 tbsp vegetable oil in a wok over high heat, add chicken, and stir-fry for 5 minutes until golden; remove and set aside.
- Step 2: Add remaining 1 tbsp vegetable oil to the wok, then stir-fry minced garlic and ginger for 30 seconds until fragrant.
- Step 3: Add broccoli florets and stir-fry for 4 minutes until crisp-tender. Divide the cooked chicken and broccoli into two equal portions on a plate.
- Step 4: Whisk soy sauce, honey, rice vinegar, and 1 tsp sriracha for the sweet sauce; drizzle over one portion. Whisk soy sauce, sriracha, and 1/4 tsp cornstarch for the spicy sauce; drizzle over the other portion. Toss each portion with 1/2 tsp sesame oil.
Frequently asked questions
How long does Two-Flavor Stir-Fried Chicken and Broccoli with Sweet-Honey and Spicy-Sriracha Glazes take to make?
Total time is about 35 minutes (25 min prep + 10 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 Two-Flavor Stir-Fried Chicken and Broccoli with Sweet-Honey and Spicy-Sriracha Glazes?
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 boneless chicken breast from drying out.
Can I substitute ingredients in Two-Flavor Stir-Fried Chicken and Broccoli with Sweet-Honey and Spicy-Sriracha Glazes?
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 Two-Flavor Stir-Fried Chicken and Broccoli with Sweet-Honey and Spicy-Sriracha Glazes for a different number of people?
The recipe is written for 2 servings. Multiply each ingredient by (your serving target / 2). 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 Two-Flavor Stir-Fried Chicken and Broccoli with Sweet-Honey and Spicy-Sriracha Glazes?
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.
What others are saying
- ★★★★★
Love how easy it was to make and the flavors were spot on. Broccoli stayed crisp!
- ★★★★★
This recipe was a hit at my dinner party. The two glazes complemented each other beautifully.
- ★★★★★
The sweet-honey glaze was divine and the spicy sriracha added a perfect kick. My kids asked for seconds!
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