If you’re in the mood for a flavorful, quick, and easy meal that brings a delightful balance of sweetness, savory richness, and a little heat, look no further than Honey Garlic Shrimp, Sausage, and Broccoli! This dish combines succulent shrimp, smoky sausage, and tender broccoli, all tossed in a sticky, flavorful homemade honey garlic sauce. Not only is this meal packed with bold, satisfying flavors, but it’s also ready in under 30 minutes and comes together in just one pan, making it the perfect choice for busy weeknights.
For the Shrimp, Sausage & Broccoli:
For the Honey Garlic Sauce:
Step 1: Prepare the Sauce Start by whisking together the honey, soy sauce, minced garlic, lemon juice, and red pepper flakes (if you’re adding them) in a small bowl. This will create your honey garlic sauce that will bring everything together in the pan. Set it aside, ready to be poured over the sautéed shrimp, sausage, and broccoli.
Step 2: Cook the Sausage Heat the olive oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat. Add the sliced sausage and sauté for about 4-5 minutes until the sausage is browned and crispy on both sides. Once done, remove the sausage from the skillet and set it aside. This step helps render some of the flavorful fat from the sausage, which will be used to cook the shrimp and broccoli.
Step 3: Cook the Shrimp In the same skillet, add the shrimp. Season the shrimp with salt and pepper, then cook for 2-3 minutes on each side, or until the shrimp are pink and opaque. Once cooked, remove the shrimp from the skillet and set aside with the sausage. Cooking the shrimp in the same pan allows it to absorb some of the sausage’s smoky flavor.
Step 4: Cook the Broccoli Now, add the broccoli florets to the skillet. Sauté for about 4-5 minutes, stirring occasionally, until the broccoli is tender-crisp. If you find the broccoli is sticking to the pan, add a splash of water to help steam the broccoli and keep it moist. The broccoli will get coated in all the yummy juices left from cooking the sausage and shrimp.
Step 5: Combine and Cook Return the cooked sausage and shrimp back to the skillet with the broccoli. Pour the prepared honey garlic sauce over the mixture and stir everything to coat evenly. Cook for an additional 2-3 minutes, allowing the sauce to thicken slightly and coat all the ingredients with its glossy, sticky goodness. This is when the flavors marry together to create that irresistible sweet and savory taste.
Step 6: Serve Serve your Honey Garlic Shrimp, Sausage, and Broccoli over a bed of cooked rice or quinoa. The grains help soak up the extra sauce, making every bite even more delicious. If you like, garnish with fresh parsley or cilantro for an added touch of color and freshness.