- 1 tablespoon + 1 teaspoon vegetable, divided
- 1 cup thinly sliced carrots
- 2 cups broccoli
- 1 lb boneless chicken breasts, diced
- 4 cloves garlic, minced
- 1/4 cup chicken broth
- 1/4 cup soy sauce (I used about 1/2 of this)
- 3 tablespoons honey
- 2 teaspoons cornstarch
- salt and pepper to taste
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Heat 1 teaspoon of oil in a large skillet over medium heat.
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Add the broccoli and carrots and cook for approximately 4 minutes or until vegetables are tender.
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Remove the vegetables from the skillet; place them on a plate and cover.
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Turn skillet on high heat and add the remaining tablespoon of oil.
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Season the chicken pieces with salt and pepper and add them to the pan in a single layer. Cook for 3-4 minutes on each side until golden brown and cooked through.
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Add the garlic to the pan and cook for 30 seconds.
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In a bowl whisk together the chicken broth, honey and soy sauce.
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In a small bowl mix the cornstarch with a tablespoon of cold water.
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Pour the soy sauce mixture over the chicken and vegetables; cook for 30 seconds.
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Add the cornstarch and bring to a boil; cook until sauce has started to thicken.
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Add the vegetables back to the pan and cook for 2 more minutes or until the vegetables are warmed through.