Description
Need a fast, easy dinner idea that doesn’t skimp on flavor? This Honey Garlic Ground Beef and Broccoli hits the spot with tender beef, crisp broccoli, and a sticky-sweet garlic sauce that’s absolutely crave-worthy. It’s the perfect easy dinner for busy weeknights and packs all the flavor of your favorite takeout—without the price tag or wait. Serve it over fluffy white rice for a wholesome, satisfying meal the whole family will love. This dish checks every box for easy recipes, quick weeknight dinners, and healthy dinner ideas.
Ingredients
1 lb ground beef
3 cups broccoli florets
1/3 cup soy sauce
1/4 cup honey
3 cloves garlic, minced
1 tablespoon cornstarch
1/3 cup water or broth
2 cups cooked white rice (for serving)
Instructions
1. In a large skillet over medium-high heat, cook the ground beef until browned and fully cooked. Drain excess fat if needed.
2. In a small bowl, whisk together soy sauce, honey, garlic, cornstarch, and water or broth until smooth. Set aside.
3. Add broccoli to the skillet with beef. Pour in a splash of water, cover, and steam for 3–4 minutes until bright green and slightly tender.
4. Pour the sauce over the beef and broccoli. Stir and simmer for 3–5 minutes until thickened.
5. Serve hot over cooked white rice. Garnish with sesame seeds or green onions if desired.
Notes
For extra richness, add a splash of sesame oil before serving.
You can substitute the white rice with brown rice or noodles for variety.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Category: Dinner
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: Asian-Inspired
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 bowl
- Calories: 465
- Sugar: 12g
- Sodium: 850mg
- Fat: 24g
- Saturated Fat: 8g
- Unsaturated Fat: 14g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 35g
- Fiber: 4g
- Protein: 28g
- Cholesterol: 70mg
Keywords: ground beef, broccoli, honey garlic, easy dinner, takeout fakeout