Description
This one-pan wonder brings together juicy chicken, crisp veggies, and a glossy honey garlic sauce that clings to every bite like culinary magic. It’s dinner on the table in 25 minutes with zero stress and max flavor. Perfect for busy nights or when takeout temptation hits, but you want something homemade, healthy-ish, and full of joy.
Ingredients
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1 tbsp + 1 tsp vegetable oil (divided)
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1 cup carrots, thinly sliced
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2 cups broccoli florets
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1 lb boneless chicken breast, thinly sliced
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4 cloves garlic, minced
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¼ cup chicken broth or water
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¼ cup low-sodium soy sauce (or tamari)
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3 tbsp honey
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2 tsp cornstarch
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Salt & pepper, to taste
Optional Garnish:
Sesame seeds, green onions, rice (jasmine or cauliflower)
Instructions
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Prep Veggies: Heat 1 tsp oil in a wok or pan over medium-high. Stir-fry carrots and broccoli 4–5 mins until crisp-tender. Remove and set aside.
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Cook Chicken: Add 1 tbsp oil to the same pan. Season chicken with salt & pepper. Stir-fry 5–6 mins until golden and cooked through.
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Add Garlic: Stir in garlic; cook 30 secs until fragrant.
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Make Sauce: Whisk broth, soy sauce, honey, and cornstarch. Pour into pan.
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Finish: Return veggies. Toss everything and cook 1–2 mins until sauce thickens and glazes beautifully. Serve over rice and garnish!
Notes
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Slice chicken against the grain for tenderness
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Double the sauce—save half for noodle bowls
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Use frozen veggies? No thawing—just pat dry before cooking
- Prep Time: 10 mins
- Cook Time: 15 mins
Nutrition
- Calories: 280 cal Per Serving
- Fat: 10g
- Carbohydrates: 18g
- Protein: 27g