15-Minute Honey Sesame Garlic Chicken & Broccoli Stir-Fry
Takeout stir-fry is often loaded with hidden oils, excess sodium, and heavy cornstarch slurry that turns a healthy meal into a calorie bomb.
By making this at home, you get all the sticky, sweet, and garlic-rich flavor using lean chicken breast, fresh broccoli florets, and a light honey-soy glaze. It delivers an impressive 44g of protein per serving and cooks up faster than waiting for a delivery driver!
The Recipe
Macro Breakdown (Per Serving)
- Yield: 2 servings
- Prep Time: 5 minutes
- Cook Time: 10 minutes
- Calories: ~390 kcal
- Protein: 44g
- Carbohydrates: 26g
- Fat: 12g
Step-by-Step Instructions
1.1. Whisk the Glaze:2 min.
In a small bowl, whisk together low-sodium soy sauce, honey, minced garlic, grated ginger, and the cornstarch-water mixture until smooth and free of lumps.
2.2. Sear the Chicken & Broccoli:5 min.
Heat sesame oil in a large skillet or wok over medium-high heat. Add the diced chicken breast and cook for 4–5 minutes until browned on the edges. Add the broccoli florets and stir-fry for 2–3 minutes until bright green and crisp-tender.
3.3. Glaze & Serve:3 min.
Pour the glaze over the pan. Toss continuously for 1 to 2 minutes until the sauce bubbles, thickens, and creates a glossy coating over the chicken and broccoli. Garnish with sesame seeds and green onions, then serve hot over cauliflower rice or jasmine rice!
Consolidated Grocery List
Here is your organized, department-by-department shopping list to grab everything you need for this recipe in a single trip:
Meat & Poultry
- 1 lb (450g) Boneless, skinless chicken breast
Produce
- 1 large head Fresh broccoli (or 3 cups pre-cut florets)
- 1 bulb Fresh garlic (3 cloves needed)
- 1 knob Fresh ginger root (1 tsp needed)
- 1 bunch Green onions (scallions)
Oils, Condiments & Sweeteners
- Sesame oil (1 tbsp needed)
- Low-sodium soy sauce (2 tbsp needed)
- Honey or pure maple syrup (1 tbsp needed)
Baking & Spices
- Cornstarch (1 tsp needed)
- Sesame seeds (1 tbsp for garnish)
(Optional Base: Cauliflower rice or jasmine rice for serving)