This One Pan Honey Garlic Chicken Broccoli Rice is the ultimate weeknight comfort meal—packed with flavor, easy to make, and all cooked in a single pan. Juicy chicken, tender rice, and crisp broccoli come together with a sweet and savory honey garlic sauce for a perfectly balanced dish.
Why You’ll Love This Recipe
- Quick and easy one-pan cleanup
- Perfect balance of sweet, savory, and spicy flavors
- Family-friendly and meal-prep approved
- Uses simple pantry ingredients
- A wholesome and satisfying dinner
Ingredients
Marinade:
- 1½ lbs chicken breasts, cubed
- 2 tbsp sesame oil or olive oil
- 2 tbsp low sodium soy sauce
- 1 tbsp Sriracha sauce
- 1 tsp garlic powder
One Pan:
- 1 onion, diced
- 3 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 large head broccoli, cut into florets
- 1 cup uncooked basmati rice
- 3¾ cups low sodium chicken broth (or water)
- ½ tsp Italian dried herb blend
Honey Garlic Sauce:
- 1 tbsp toasted sesame oil
- 2 tbsp low sodium soy sauce
- 1 tsp Sriracha sauce
- 1 clove garlic, minced
- 1 tbsp ginger, minced
- 2–3 tbsp honey
Optional Toppings:
- Diced scallions
- Toasted sesame seeds
Instructions
- Marinate the Chicken
Combine chicken with sesame oil, soy sauce, Sriracha, and garlic powder. Marinate for at least 1 hour or overnight. - Cook the Chicken
Heat a large skillet over medium-high heat. Add chicken in a single layer and cook for 3–4 minutes per side until lightly browned. - Sauté Aromatics
Push chicken aside and add onion to the center. Cook for 2 minutes, then stir in garlic for 30 seconds. - Add Rice and Broccoli
Add broccoli, rice, and chicken broth. Stir everything together and bring to a boil. - Simmer
Cover and reduce heat. Cook for about 20 minutes until rice is tender. Add more liquid if needed. - Prepare the Sauce
Whisk together all honey garlic sauce ingredients. - Finish the Dish
Pour sauce over the cooked dish and mix well. Garnish as desired.
Serve your One Pan Honey Garlic Chicken Broccoli Rice warm.
Tips & Tricks
- Use jasmine rice for a softer texture
- Cut broccoli evenly for consistent cooking
- Adjust honey for sweetness preference
- Add chili flakes for extra heat
- Substitute brown rice (increase cook time and liquid)
Details
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Total Time: 45 minutes
- Yield: 4 servings
- Category: Dinner
- Method: One Pan / Stovetop
- Cuisine: Asian-Inspired
- Difficulty: Easy
- Diet: Halal-friendly
Notes
- Swap chicken breast with chicken thighs for extra juiciness
- Add carrots or bell peppers for more vegetables
- Serve with a side salad or yogurt dip
Nutrition (Approx.)
- Calories: 420
- Protein: 32g
- Carbs: 45g
- Fat: 12g
FAQ
1. Can I make this ahead of time?
Yes, it’s great for meal prep and reheats well.
2. Can I freeze this dish?
Yes, store in airtight containers for up to 2 months.
3. What rice works best?
Basmati or jasmine rice gives the best texture.
4. Is this recipe spicy?
It has mild heat; adjust Sriracha to taste.
5. Can I make it without honey?
You can substitute with maple syrup or date syrup.
Storage
- Fridge: Store up to 4 days in an airtight container
- Freezer: Freeze up to 2 months
- Reheat: Microwave or stovetop with a splash of broth
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One Pan Honey Garlic Chicken Broccoli Rice
A one pan chicken and rice recipe with broccoli and honey garlic sauce.Quick, easy, and perfect for weeknight dinners.Ready in under 45 minutes with simple ingredients.
Ingredients
Marinade:
- 1½ lbs chicken breasts cubed
- 2 tbsp sesame oil or olive oil
- 2 tbsp low sodium soy sauce
- 1 tbsp Sriracha sauce
- 1 tsp garlic powder
One Pan:
- 1 onion diced
- 3 cloves garlic minced
- 1 large head broccoli cut into florets
- 1 cup uncooked basmati rice
- 3¾ cups low sodium chicken broth or water
- ½ tsp Italian dried herb blend
Honey Garlic Sauce:
- 1 tbsp toasted sesame oil
- 2 tbsp low sodium soy sauce
- 1 tsp Sriracha sauce
- 1 clove garlic minced
- 1 tbsp ginger minced
- 2 –3 tbsp honey
Optional Toppings:
- Diced scallions
- Toasted sesame seeds
Instructions
- Marinate the Chicken
- Combine chicken with sesame oil, soy sauce, Sriracha, and garlic powder. Marinate for at least 1 hour or overnight.
- Cook the Chicken
- Heat a large skillet over medium-high heat. Add chicken in a single layer and cook for 3–4 minutes per side until lightly browned.
- Sauté Aromatics
- Push chicken aside and add onion to the center. Cook for 2 minutes, then stir in garlic for 30 seconds.
- Add Rice and Broccoli
- Add broccoli, rice, and chicken broth. Stir everything together and bring to a boil.
- Simmer
- Cover and reduce heat. Cook for about 20 minutes until rice is tender. Add more liquid if needed.
- Prepare the Sauce
- Whisk together all honey garlic sauce ingredients.
- Finish the Dish
- Pour sauce over the cooked dish and mix well. Garnish as desired.
- Serve your One Pan Honey Garlic Chicken Broccoli Rice warm.
Notes
- Swap chicken breast with chicken thighs for extra juiciness
- Add carrots or bell peppers for more vegetables
- Serve with a side salad or yogurt dip
Conclusion
This One Pan Honey Garlic Chicken Broccoli Rice is the perfect combination of convenience and flavor. It’s a reliable go-to meal that delivers bold taste with minimal effort—ideal for busy weeknights or meal prepping.