Honey Garlic Shrimp, Sausage & Broccoli
Sweet • Savory • Quick One-Pan Meal
Description
Honey Garlic Shrimp, Sausage & Broccoli is a fast, flavor-packed dish that balances sweet honey, savory soy sauce, and aromatic garlic. Juicy shrimp, smoky sausage, and tender broccoli come together in one pan, making this an easy weeknight dinner that feels hearty, comforting, and satisfying—especially served over rice or quinoa.
Ingredients (Serves 4)
- 1 lb large shrimp, peeled and deveined
- 8 oz smoked sausage, sliced into ½-inch pieces
- 2 cups broccoli florets
- 4 cloves garlic, minced
- ¼ cup honey
- ¼ cup soy sauce (low sodium preferred)
- 1 tbsp olive oil
- 1 tbsp lemon juice
- ¼ tsp red pepper flakes (optional)
- Salt and black pepper, to taste
- Cooked rice or quinoa, for serving
- Fresh parsley or cilantro, chopped (optional garnish)
Instructions
- Make the sauce
In a small bowl, whisk together honey, soy sauce, lemon juice, garlic, and red pepper flakes. Set aside. - Cook the sausage
Heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat. Add sausage and cook 3–4 minutes until lightly browned. Remove and set aside. - Cook the broccoli
In the same skillet, add broccoli with a splash of water. Cover and steam-sauté for 3–4 minutes until tender-crisp. - Cook the shrimp
Push broccoli to the side, add shrimp, season lightly with salt and pepper, and cook 2–3 minutes per side until pink. - Combine & glaze
Return sausage to the skillet. Pour in honey garlic sauce and simmer 2–3 minutes until slightly thickened and everything is well coated. - Serve
Spoon over rice or quinoa and garnish with herbs if desired.
Chef’s Notes
- Shrimp cooks very quickly—remove from heat as soon as it turns pink.
- Smoked sausage adds depth, so minimal extra seasoning is needed.
- Low-sodium soy sauce keeps the dish balanced.
Tips for Best Results
- Pat shrimp dry before cooking for better searing.
- Cut broccoli into even-sized florets for uniform cooking.
- For extra sauce, double the honey-soy mixture.
Serving Suggestions
- Serve over jasmine rice, brown rice, or quinoa
- Pair with a simple cucumber salad
- Works well in meal prep containers
Health Benefits
- 🍤 Lean protein from shrimp supports muscle health
- 🥦 Broccoli provides fiber, vitamins, and antioxidants
- 🍯 Honey offers natural sweetness without refined sugar
- 🫒 Olive oil supports heart health