This honey ginger chicken broccoli stir-fry comes together faster than takeout and skips the excess sodium and sugar that usually comes with it. A short honey-ginger glaze coats seared chicken and steamed broccoli in one pan, so cleanup is as easy as the cook time. Because the glaze reduces to a sticky finish rather than a thin sauce, every bite stays flavorful without drowning the vegetables. Looking for more meals like this? Browse our high-protein, low-carb recipes.
Serves: 2 | Prep: 10 mins | Cook: 15 mins
Ingredients
- The Protein: 2 Large chicken breasts (approx. 450g), cubed into 1-inch pieces
- The Glaze: 2 tbsp Honey, 2 tbsp Low-sodium tamari or soy sauce, 1 tbsp Freshly grated ginger, 2 cloves minced garlic
- The Veggies: 2 heads Broccoli, cut into small florets
- The Aromatics: 1 tbsp Avocado oil (high smoke point), 1 tsp Sesame oil (for finishing)
- The Garnish: Sliced scallions and toasted sesame seeds
Instructions
- Sear: Heat avocado oil in a large skillet over high heat. Add the chicken cubes and sear until golden on all sides (about 5–7 mins).
- Steam-Sauté: Add the broccoli florets and 2 tablespoons of water to the pan. Cover with a lid for 2 minutes to steam the broccoli to a vibrant green.
- Glaze: Remove the lid and pour the honey-ginger mixture directly over the chicken and broccoli. Toss constantly for 1–2 minutes until the sauce thickens into a glossy, sticky glaze that coats everything.
- Finish: Remove from heat, drizzle with sesame oil, and top with scallions and seeds.
Nutritional Profile of This Honey Ginger Chicken Broccoli Stir-Fry
This dish provides 56g of high-quality lean protein per serving, sourced entirely from chicken breast, which contains all essential amino acids for muscle protein synthesis. With approximately 440 calories, it delivers 14g of healthy fats primarily from sesame and avocado oil, and 22g of net carbohydrates, most of which come from the natural honey glaze and fiber-rich broccoli. The meal is exceptionally high in Vitamin K and Vitamin C (over 100% DV) from the broccoli, a nutrient profile the National Institutes of Health highlights for immune support, which also contributes 6g of dietary fiber to support digestive health and satiety.
