Description
This Meal Prep Honey Garlic Chicken and Broccoli is the perfect make-ahead meal—packed with protein, naturally sweetened, and full of flavor. Quick to make, easy to store, and great for busy weeknights or healthy lunches.
Ingredients
3 boneless, skinless chicken breasts, cubed
3 cups broccoli florets
4 cloves garlic, minced
1/4 cup plus 2 tablespoons honey
1/4 cup plus 2 tablespoons coconut aminos
1/4 cup water
2 tablespoons arrowroot starch (or cornstarch)
2 cups uncooked rice
Olive oil
Salt and pepper, to taste
Instructions
1. Cook rice according to package directions and set aside.
2. Heat a skillet over medium heat with a little olive oil.
3. Add broccoli florets and sauté for about 5 minutes until slightly tender. Remove and set aside.
4. In the same skillet, add a bit more olive oil and sauté the minced garlic until fragrant.
5. Add the cubed chicken breasts, season with salt and pepper, and cook for 5–7 minutes, or until browned and fully cooked.
6. In a small bowl, combine honey, coconut aminos, and water. Pour the mixture over the chicken.
7. Let the sauce simmer for 2–3 minutes.
8. Stir in arrowroot starch and cook for another 1–2 minutes until the sauce thickens.
9. Add the cooked broccoli back to the skillet and mix everything well.
10. Serve over rice and divide into 4 containers for meal prep.
Notes
To make this recipe gluten-free, ensure your coconut aminos and starch are certified gluten-free. Brown rice or cauliflower rice can be used for a lower-carb option.
- Prep Time: 5 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Category: Meal Prep Recipes
- Method: Sauté
- Cuisine: American