Buttery Honey Garlic Shrimp and Broccoli

Dinner doesn’t get much easier—or more satisfying—than this Buttery Honey Garlic Shrimp and Broccoli. In under 20 minutes, you can whip up a delicious, takeout-style stir-fry using wholesome ingredients and bold, balanced flavors. This recipe is all about simplicity and speed without sacrificing quality. The combination of sweet honey, savory garlic, rich butter, and spicy red pepper flakes creates an addictive glaze that coats the shrimp perfectly. Add tender-crisp broccoli and serve it all over steamed rice or noodles, and you’ve got yourself a meal that’s comforting, vibrant, and incredibly flavorful. This dish proves that with just a handful of pantry staples and fresh ingredients, weeknight dinners can be both effortless and exciting. Whether you’re cooking for your family or meal prepping for yourself, this recipe delivers on taste and convenience. Plus, it’s flexible enough to adapt to your preferences—swap in chicken or tofu, add more vegetables, or adjust the heat level. Keep reading for the full recipe, tips, and nutritional breakdown to make this a go-to in your rotation.

Ingredients

1/2 cup honey
1/4 cup low sodium soy sauce
1 teaspoon fresh grated ginger
2 tablespoons minced garlic
1/4 teaspoon red pepper flakes
1 teaspoon cornstarch
1 pound large shrimp, peeled, deveined, and tails removed if desired
2 tablespoons butter
2 cups chopped broccoli
1 teaspoon olive oil
Salt and pepper to taste

Directions

1. In a small bowl, whisk together honey, soy sauce, ginger, garlic, and red pepper flakes until well combined.

2. Place the peeled and deveined shrimp into a separate medium bowl and add 1/3 of the sauce as a marinade. Toss the shrimp to coat and let it sit while preparing other ingredients.

3. Set the remaining 2/3 of the sauce aside.

4. Add cornstarch to the reserved sauce and whisk until smooth. This mixture will become the glaze that thickens during cooking.

5. Heat a large skillet or wok over high heat.

6. Add the olive oil and the chopped broccoli. Season with a bit of salt and pepper.

7. Cook the broccoli for 5-6 minutes, stirring occasionally, until just softened and bright green. Remove broccoli from the skillet and set aside.

8. Add the butter to the same skillet and let it melt.

9. Place the marinated shrimp into the pan in a single layer, discarding the used marinade

10. Cook the shrimp for about 2 minutes per side, or until they are opaque and have turned pink.

11. Add the reserved sauce with cornstarch into the skillet with the shrimp. Let it simmer over medium-low heat for 2-3 minutes, stirring occasionally, until the sauce thickens into a glossy glaze.

12. Add the cooked broccoli back to the skillet and toss everything together until heated through and well coated in the sauce.

13. Serve immediately over steamed rice, noodles, or your preferred base.
    
    

Nutrients

Calories: 215 per serving
Carbohydrates: 39g
Protein: 3g
Fat: 7g
Saturated Fat: 4g
Polyunsaturated Fat: 0.4g
Monounsaturated Fat: 2g
Trans Fat: 0.2g
Cholesterol: 15mg
Sodium: 638mg
Potassium: 226mg
Fiber: 1g
Sugar: 36g
Vitamin A: 495 IU
Vitamin C: 41mg
Calcium: 31mg
Iron: 1mg