20-Minute Spicy Garlic Chicken and Broccoli
Quick and flavorful, this spicy garlic chicken and broccoli dish is perfect for a weeknight meal. Tender chicken and crisp broccoli are tossed in a vibrant, savory sauce with a kick.
Equipment
- Large skillet or wok
- Small bowl
- Whisk
- Measuring cups and spoons
Ingredients
Main Ingredients
- 1.5 lb Chicken breast cut into 1-inch pieces
- 4 cups Broccoli florets
- 1 tbsp Olive oil
- 4 cloves Garlic minced
- 0.5 tsp Red pepper flakes or more, to taste
For the Sauce
- 3 tbsp Soy sauce
- 1 tbsp Honey
- 1 tbsp Rice vinegar
- 1 tsp Cornstarch
- 2 tbsp Water
Instructions
Preparation
- Whisk together soy sauce, honey, rice vinegar, cornstarch, and water in a small bowl to create the sauce; set aside.
- Heat olive oil in a large skillet or wok over medium-high heat. Add chicken pieces and cook until browned and cooked through, then remove and set aside.
- Add broccoli florets to the skillet and sauté for 3-4 minutes until they are tender-crisp.
- Stir in minced garlic and red pepper flakes with the broccoli, cooking for about 30 seconds until fragrant.
- Return the cooked chicken to the skillet with the broccoli. Pour the prepared sauce over everything and stir to coat, cooking for 1-2 minutes until the sauce thickens.
- Serve immediately, optionally garnished with sesame seeds or green onions.
Notes
For extra heat, add more red pepper flakes, or a dash of sriracha to the sauce. Serve over rice or noodles for a complete meal.