Honey Soy Chicken with Broccoli & Rice – Easy High-Protein Meal Prep
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This Honey Soy Chicken with Broccoli & Rice is an easy, high-protein meal prep recipe that’s sweet, savory, and ready for busy weekdays.
If you’re looking for a high-protein meal that’s sweet, savory, and easy to prep, this Honey Soy Chicken with Broccoli & Rice is the one you’ll keep coming back to. The chicken cooks in a glossy honey-soy sauce that tastes good with everything. The broccoli stays tender and bright, and the rice makes the whole bowl feel comforting.
It’s one of those meal prep ideas lunch people love because it’s simple, reliable, and always satisfying. And since everything fits neatly into containers, you’ll have a full week of delicious lunches ready without stress.
Back when I used to meal prep for long office days, I often searched for dishes that tasted just as good on day three as they did fresh. Eventually, I stumbled upon a simple honey soy marinade and mixed it with leftover broccoli and warm rice.
That small experiment turned into a weekly ritual because the flavors only got better after chilling overnight. Even now, opening a container of this sweet, garlicky chicken brings back the feeling of calm productivity — like my entire week is suddenly under control.
Tips & Kitchen Hacks
• Marinate the chicken for at least 20 minutes, although overnight makes the flavor richer.
• Steam or roast the broccoli first so it stays bright green even after reheating.
• Add a splash of sesame oil at the end for deeper flavor without extra effort.
• Batch-cook rice and freeze portions to make future meal prep even faster.
• Let the chicken cool before sealing to prevent condensation and soggy rice.
Why You’ll Love This Recipe
• High in protein
• Sweet–savory flavor profile
• Perfect for meal prep lunches
• Family-friendly and beginner-friendly
• Stores well for 3–4 days
• Easy to customize with different vegetables
Honey Soy Chicken with Broccoli & Rice – Easy High-Protein Meal Prep
Course: Main, Meal PrepCuisine: AsianDifficulty: Easy4
servings15
minutes20
minutes520
kcalThis Honey Soy Chicken with Broccoli & Rice is an easy, high-protein meal prep recipe that’s sweet, savory, and ready for busy weekdays.
Ingredients
- For the Honey Soy Chicken:
1 ½ lbs boneless chicken thighs or breasts, diced
2 tbsp olive oil
¼ cup soy sauce
2 tbsp honey
1 tbsp rice vinegar
1 tbsp minced garlic
1 tsp ginger (fresh or powdered)
1 tsp cornstarch + 2 tbsp water (slurry)
Salt & pepper- For the Bowls:
3 cups cooked jasmine or brown rice
2 cups chopped broccoli (steamed or roasted)
1 tbsp sesame oil (optional)
1 tbsp sesame seeds (optional)
Sliced green onions for garnish
Directions
- Begin by whisking together soy sauce, honey, rice vinegar, garlic, ginger, salt, and pepper in a medium bowl to create the marinade.
- Add the diced chicken and toss it until fully coated, then let it marinate for at least 20 minutes.
- Heat olive oil in a skillet over medium heat before adding the chicken and searing it until lightly golden.
- Pour the remaining marinade into the pan and allow it to simmer so the flavors deepen.
- Stir the cornstarch slurry into the sauce, letting it thicken until glossy and sticky.
- Meanwhile, steam or roast the broccoli until crisp-tender.
- Distribute cooked rice evenly into four meal prep containers.
- Add the broccoli beside the rice, then spoon the honey soy chicken over the top while the sauce is still warm.
- Finish with sesame oil, sesame seeds, and green onions if desired.
- Let the bowls cool completely before sealing to maintain perfect texture all week.
Recipe Video
Notes
- Video Credits: Chef Jack Ovens
Serving Suggestions / Variations
• Replace broccoli with snap peas, bok choy, green beans, or carrots.
• Use cauliflower rice for a low-carb variation.
• Add chili flakes or sriracha for a spicy kick.
• Swap chicken for tofu or shrimp for a lighter option.
• Mix in pineapple chunks for a sweet tropical twist.
Final Thoughts
This Honey Soy Chicken with Broccoli & Rice proves that meal prep doesn’t have to be complicated to taste amazing. Since the chicken cooks in a rich glaze and pairs effortlessly with fluffy rice and tender broccoli, every bowl feels satisfying, nourishing, and easy to look forward to. And because the ingredients reheat so well, your lunches stay delicious all week long — even on your most hectic days.
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