Honey Sesame Chicken Broccoli (Printer-Friendly)
Tender chicken and broccoli in a sticky honey sesame glaze, ready fast and full of flavor.
# What You'll Need:
→ Sauce
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1/4 cup low sodium soy sauce or coconut aminos
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1/4 cup water
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1 tablespoon sesame oil
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2 tablespoons honey
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1 tablespoon rice vinegar
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1 teaspoon freshly grated ginger
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2 cloves garlic, minced
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1 tablespoon cornstarch or arrowroot flour
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1 teaspoon sesame seeds
→ Chicken Coating
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1 pound boneless skinless chicken breast, diced
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2 tablespoons cornstarch
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2 tablespoons all-purpose flour or gluten-free blend
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1/2 teaspoon salt
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1/4 teaspoon ground black pepper
→ Cooking & Assembly
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2 tablespoons olive oil
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3 cups broccoli florets, steamed
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2 green onions, chopped
# Steps to Follow:
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Fill a large pot with a few inches of water. Add broccoli and 1 teaspoon salt. Cover and steam over medium-low heat for 6 minutes until tender-crisp. Drain and rinse with cold water.
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In a bowl, whisk soy sauce, water, sesame oil, honey, rice vinegar, ginger, garlic, cornstarch, and sesame seeds until smooth and cloudy.
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Place diced chicken in a zip-top bag. Mix cornstarch, flour, salt, and pepper in a bowl. Add to bag, seal, and shake to coat all pieces evenly.
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Heat olive oil in a skillet over medium heat. Sauté chicken in a single layer for 2–3 minutes per side until golden and fully cooked.
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Reduce heat to medium-low and pour sauce over chicken. Stir and simmer until thickened and glossy.
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Add steamed broccoli to skillet or toss everything in a large bowl. Mix gently to coat. Top with green onions and serve warm.
# Extra Suggestions:
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For best flavor, use fresh garlic and ginger and toast the sesame seeds before adding.
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Avoid overcooking broccoli to maintain a vibrant color and crisp texture.
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Use cold water to stop broccoli cooking immediately after steaming.