1-First Step: Prep the broccoli and chicken Start by bringing a large pot of salted water to a boil. Add the broccoli florets and cook them for about 3 minutes, just until they turn bright green. Drain the broccoli right away and set it aside so it stays crisp-tender instead of soft and soggy. While the broccoli cooks, cut the chicken breast into 2-inch cubes. Place the chicken in a large bowl, then add the kosher salt and cornstarch. Toss well so every piece gets a light coating. This step helps the chicken brown better and gives the sauce a nice finish later.

2-Second Step: Mix the sauce In a small bowl, whisk together the water and cornstarch to make a slurry. Once the cornstarch is smooth, stir in the low-sodium soy sauce or tamari, sesame oil, chili sauce, light brown sugar, honey, and minced garlic. Mix until everything is well combined. The sauce should look smooth and a little glossy. If you like more heat, you can use a little more chili sauce, chili-garlic paste, or a small spoonful of sriracha. If you want a sweeter sauce, keep the honey amount as written and taste after simmering. This Sesame Chicken With Broccoli sauce is easy to adjust without changing the whole recipe.

3-Third Step: Cook the chicken Heat the remaining sesame oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat. Add the chicken in batches so the pieces have room to brown instead of steaming. Cook for about 10 minutes total, turning now and then until all sides are browned and the chicken is cooked through. Cooking in batches matters here. If the pan is too crowded, the chicken will release too much moisture and lose that nice browned edge. Keep the heat steady, and do not rush this part. A little patience gives you better texture in the final Sesame Chicken.

4-Fourth Step: Bring everything together Once the chicken is cooked, add the broccoli to the skillet. Pour in the sauce and stir gently so everything gets coated. Let the mixture simmer for about 5 minutes, or until the sauce thickens and clings to the chicken and broccoli. The sauce should look silky, not watery. At this stage, you can taste and adjust if needed. Add a tiny splash of water if the sauce gets too thick, or a little more soy sauce if you want a deeper savory flavor. This is the point where Chicken with Broccoli starts to look and smell like dinner.

5-Final Step: Garnish and serve Turn off the heat and finish with sesame seeds and sliced green onions. Serve the Sesame Chicken With Broccoli warm, right away, over rice, noodles, or on its own for a lighter meal. It works well for family dinners, meal prep containers, and even potluck tables because it is easy to scoop and serve.