One Skillet Beef and Broccoli is a delicious healthy version of the popular take-out dish. Done in less than 20 minutes, it's easy to quick!
If you are looking for a recipe that is quick, easy, and delicious, this is the perfect meal. This flavor packed Beef and Broccoli comes together in just 20 minutes and will satisfy that take-out craving. It's also way cheaper to make this at home, and you know exactly the ingredients going into the food.
I love serving this Beef and Broccoli with Air Fryer Crab Rangoon, Asian Glazed Brussels Sprouts, or Quinoa Fried Rice for the perfect meal!
Making this meal is so easy! This dinner comes together in no time. Here's how...
How to make Beef and Broccoli in one skillet:
**scroll down for full ingredients list and printable directions**
- Get all of the ingredients together. Then using a medium bowl whisk soy sauce, honey, sesame oil, garlic, ginger, red pepper flakes; add beef slices to mixture and let sit for 10-20 minutes.
- In a rush? You don't need to let the meat marinate but will have a better flavor after marinating.
- Heat oil in a large skillet over medium/high heat. Place beef into skillet (leaving sauce in bowl, reserve for later), and cook while stir frying. Add the broccoli and cook until tender.
- In a small bowl combine water and cornstarch; set aside.
- Pour remaining marinade/sauce into skillet, and bring to a boil. Add cornstarch mixture, and stir to combine. Simmer and cook until the sauce thickens.
- Garnish with chopped green onions or toasted sesame seeds. Serve immediately.
What should I serve with Beef and Broccoli?
I like having this meal plain, but you can add lots of different dishes on the side to make it more substantial. Here are my suggestions:
- Easy Asian Noodles
- Quinoa Fried Rice (One Pot)
- Air Fryer Crab Rangoon
- General Tso's Shrimp (One Skillet)
- Asian Glazed Brussels Sprouts
- Copycat PF Chang's Spicy Green Beans
- Spicy Steamed Bok Choy
Can I freeze this meal?
- I don't recommend freezing this because the sauce will not hold up well. When cornstarch based sauce are frozen, they do not keep the thicker consistency. Since the beef and broccoli is made in less than 30 minutes, I recommend making it fresh.
- Save time by prepping the beef and chopping the broccoli before it is time to cook dinner.
Can I add more vegetables to this dish?
YES! I love this beef and broccoli with just these two items, but I also love adding chopped bell peppers, mushrooms, onions, cauliflower, or whatever vegetables you love! The more the merrier in this delicious dinner!
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One Skillet Beef and Broccoli is a delicious healthy version of the popular take-out dish. Done in less than 20 minutes, it's easy to quick!
- ⅔ cup lite soy sauce lower sodium
- 2 TBS honey
- 2 teaspoon sesame oil
- 2 garlic cloves minced
- 1 inch knob fresh ginger minced
- ¼ teaspoon red pepper flakes
- 1 ½ pounds skirt steak cut into thin strips
- 1 teaspoon canola or vegetable oil
- 2 cups broccoli florets
- 1 TBS cornstarch
- ¼ cup water
- chopped green onions, optional
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In a medium bowl whisk soy sauce, honey, sesame oil, garlic, ginger, red pepper flakes; add beef slices to mixture and let sit for 10-20 minutes (you can skip the marinating time and start cooking if you want).
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Heat canola oil in a large skillet over medium/high heat. Place beef into skillet (leaving sauce in bowl, reserve for later), and cook while stir frying for 5-6 minutes.
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Add broccoli to skillet, and stir fry for 5 minutes, or until tender.
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In a small bowl combine water and cornstarch; set aside.
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Pour remaining marinade/sauce into skillet, and bring to a boil. Add cornstarch mixture, and stir to combine. Lower heat and simmer for 1 minutes or until sauce is thickened.
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Garnish with chopped green onions if desired. Serve immediately.
First published June 2016. Updated July 2023.
Sophie
Allyson, what is the cornstarch for? This is the first time I see it outside of baking. My boyfriend cannot have corn so I will leave it out. The presentation is on point and looks delightful. Thank you for sharing.
Allyson
Hi Sophie, The cornstarch is for thickening the sauce. If you don't mind the sauce being on the thinner side (still tasty), then just leave that and the bit of water at the end out. It should be delicious still, just a little thinner. Would be great with rice or quinoa!
Deb
Allyson, this looks like an awesome replacement instead of ordering takeout, which gets loaded with who knows what. How many servings do you get out of this? It looks like at least a few based on the amount of steak?
Allyson
Thanks Deb - yes, you should get at least 4 servings from this. Enjoy!
Kara
So easy, and better than takeout! And I love that I can control the amount of salt and fat. 🙂
Beth
You really can't beat a recipe with this much flavor that's also so easy to make. The beef and broccoli are so perfect in this one.
Jessica
I love beef and broccoli and this recipe couldn't have been easier! Will definitely be making again.
Andie
I think that we all agree that this is better than take-out! It's so yummy and such a quick and easy meal. I love this for busy weeknights!
Erin | Dinners, Dishes and Dessert
Such a satisfying dish! That is definitely a must make!
Sandra
I love how quick and easy this is! Such an amazing weeknight meal!
Alicia
I added bell peppers to this recipe, and it turned out super delicious! Thank you for the easy to follow directions