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25-Minute One-Pan Crispy Honey Garlic Chicken and Broccoli Skillet

Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 15 minutes
Total Time 25 minutes
Servings: 4
Calories: 410

Ingredients
  

Crispy Golden Chicken Bites & Charred Broccoli Florets
  • 1.5 lbs boneless, skinless chicken breasts (or thighs) cut into 1-inch bite-sized cubes
  • 2 tbsp cornstarch or arrowroot powder for the crispy crust
  • 1/2 tsp kosher salt & 1/4 tsp freshly cracked black pepper
  • 4 cups fresh broccoli florets cut into bite-sized pieces
  • 2 tbsp avocado oil or extra-virgin olive oil divided
  • 2 tbsp water for steam-blistering the broccoli
Glossy 60-Second Honey Garlic Ginger Glaze
  • 1/3 cup raw golden honey
  • 1/3 cup low-sodium soy sauce (or tamari / coconut aminos)
  • 1/4 cup low-sodium chicken broth
  • 1 tbsp rice vinegar or apple cider vinegar
  • 1 tsp toasted sesame oil
  • 5 cloves fresh garlic finely minced
  • 1 tsp freshly grated ginger
  • 1 tsp cornstarch whisked into the sauce
  • 1 tbsp toasted sesame seeds & 2 sliced scallions for garnish

Equipment

  • 12-Inch Cast-Iron or Carbon Steel Skillet
  • Small Whisk & Wooden Spatula

Method
 

Whisk the Sauce & Steam-Blister the Broccoli
  1. In a small bowl, whisk together the honey, low-sodium soy sauce, chicken broth, rice vinegar, toasted sesame oil, minced garlic, grated ginger, and 1 teaspoon cornstarch until smooth. Set aside.
  2. Heat 1/2 tablespoon of oil in a large 12-inch skillet over medium-high heat. Add the broccoli florets and toss for 2 minutes until lightly charred on the edges, then add 2 tablespoons of water and cover with a lid for 90 seconds until bright emerald-green and crisp-tender. Transfer the broccoli to a plate.
Sear the Crispy Chicken & Toss in the Honey Garlic Glaze
  1. Pat the 1-inch chicken cubes dry with paper towels, then toss in a bowl with 2 tablespoons cornstarch, kosher salt, and black pepper until evenly dusted.
  2. Heat the remaining 1.5 tablespoons oil in the hot skillet over medium-high heat. Arrange the chicken cubes in a single layer and sear undisturbed for 3–4 minutes per side until deeply golden and crispy (165°F internally).
  3. Give the honey garlic sauce a quick re-whisk and pour it into the skillet. Let it bubble for 60–90 seconds until thick and glossy, then return the crisp-tender broccoli to the pan and toss to coat. Garnish with toasted sesame seeds and sliced scallions!

Nutrition

Calories: 410kcalCarbohydrates: 31gProtein: 39gFat: 14gSaturated Fat: 2.5gCholesterol: 110mgSodium: 680mgPotassium: 720mgFiber: 3gSugar: 21gVitamin A: 34000IUVitamin C: 67.6mgCalcium: 650mgIron: 0.3mg

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