I discovered this recipe one weekday after helping my neighbor, Rosa, prune her hibiscus bushes in her sunny courtyard. She insisted I stay for lunch, and whipped up something simple with shrimp from the market and her own backyard herbs.

The combination of honey-sweet garlic sauce, smoky sausage, and bright broccoli felt like sunshine in a skillet. I brought the leftovers home the next day to my family of four—they polished it off with rice and chatter about flavors.

Since then, whenever I’m short on time but still want a nourishing dish that tastes amazing, this one never lets me down. It feels like giving a hug on a plate.

Short Description

A vibrant one-pan meal of tender shrimp, smoky sausage, and crisp broccoli tossed in a sticky, honey-garlic sauce—ready in under 30 minutes and perfect over rice or quinoa.

Key Ingredients

450 g large shrimp, peeled and deveined
225 g smoked sausage, sliced 1.25 cm thick
300 g broccoli florets
4 garlic cloves, finely minced
60 ml honey
60 ml low-sodium soy sauce
15 ml fresh lemon juice
1.25 ml red pepper flakes (optional)
15 ml olive oil
Salt and freshly ground black pepper, to taste
Cooked rice or quinoa, for serving
Fresh parsley or cilantro, chopped (optional garnish)

Tools Needed

Large skillet or non-stick pan
Mixing bowl and whisk
Knife and cutting board
Measuring spoons and cups
Serving bowls or plates

Cooking Instructions

Step 1: Make the Sauce
Whisk honey, soy sauce, minced garlic, lemon juice, and red pepper flakes (if using) in a small bowl. Set aside.

Step 2: Brown the Sausage
Heat 15 ml olive oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat. Add sausage slices and cook 4–5 minutes, turning until browned. Remove and set aside.

Step 3: Cook Shrimp
Season the skillet with salt and pepper. Add shrimp and cook 2–3 minutes per side until pink and opaque. Transfer to sausage plate.

Step 4: Sauté Broccoli
Add broccoli to the same skillet. Stir 4–5 minutes until bright green and just tender, adding a splash of water if needed to steam.

Step 5: Combine & Sauce
Return shrimp and sausage to the pan with broccoli. Pour in the honey-garlic sauce and stir well to coat. Let cook 2–3 minutes until sauce thickens and clings.

Step 6: Plate & Serve
Spoon hot mixture over cooked rice or quinoa. Garnish with parsley or cilantro if desired. Serve immediately.

Why You’ll Love This Recipe

Flavor Explosion: Sweet honey and sharp garlic balanced with smoky sausage and succulent shrimp.

Quick and Easy: Ready in under half an hour, ideal for busy evenings.

Balanced Meal: Protein-rich, veggie-packed, and naturally satisfying.

Family Favorite: Mild heat, bold flavor—kids and adults approve.

Versatile Base: Goes beautifully over rice, quinoa, or even greens for a lighter option.

Mistakes to Avoid & Solutions

Overcooked shrimp:
Solution: Cook shrimp until just pink—slide them out early if needed, they finish gently in the sauce.

Soggy broccoli:
Solution: Use medium-high heat and keep broccoli moving; add a splash of water only if pan is dry.

Sauce too thin:
Solution: Whisk ingredients well, then simmer sauce briefly before adding shrimp for better thickness.

Sticky pan bottom:
Solution: Deglaze skillet with lemon juice or a splash of water if garlic or honey sticks.

Serving and Pairing Suggestions

Plate over steaming rice or fluffy quinoa

Serve family-style in a large skillet or share in individual bowls

Pair with a crisp green salad or cucumber ribbons

Bright white wine or iced tea provide a refreshing contrast

Great for weeknight dinners, casual lunches, or light entertaining

Storage and Reheating Tips

Storage: Let cool and store in a sealed container in fridge up to 2 days

Reheat: Warm gently in a skillet over low heat, adding a splash of water or broth to revive sauce

Freezing: Not recommended—shrimp and broccoli change texture when frozen

Avoid Microwave: It can overcook shrimp and wilt broccoli quickly; stovetop is preferred

FAQs

1. Can I use precooked shrimp?
Yes, add it at the very end to warm briefly in the sauce so it doesn’t overcook.

2. Can I swap chicken for shrimp?
Sure, use diced chicken breast and cook through until juices run clear in step 3.

3. Can I omit sausage for a lighter version?
Yes, leaving it out keeps this dish leaner and still flavorful with the honey-garlic shrimp.

4. Is this dish spicy?
Not unless you add red pepper flakes. You can omit or increase them to taste.

5. What if I don’t have soy sauce?
Tamari or coconut aminos work as a lower-sodium alternative, giving similar umami.

Tips & Tricks

Pat shrimp dry before cooking to get a nice sear

Slice sausage evenly for uniform browning

Use fresh lemon juice for brightness and to cut sweetness

Prepare sauce ahead to streamline cooking

Garnish with herbs or scallions for fresh color and flavor

Recipe Variations

Ginger-Sesame Twist
Add ½ tsp grated ginger and swap honey for maple syrup. Finish with toasted sesame seeds before serving.

Spicy Chili Version
Use hot Italian sausage, add chopped jalapeño or sriracha, and finish with cilantro.

Veggie-Packed Option
Add snap peas or bell peppers to the broccoli for more texture and nutrients.

Sheet Pan Swap
Roast broccoli and sausage together on a sheet pan, then combine with shrimp and sauce in a skillet before serving.

Final Thoughts

I can still hear Rosa’s laughter echoing across the courtyard as we shared gardening tips and passed around spoonfuls of this Honey Garlic Shrimp, Sausage And Broccoli dish. This dish delivers satisfying sweetness and savory balance in every bite—simple, hearty, nourishing.

I’ve shared it with neighbors, book club friends, and my family over and over, and it keeps earning smiles and requests to cook it again. I hope it brings you the same comfort and delight that I feel every time I stir that sauce in the pan.

One-Pan Honey Garlic Shrimp, Sausage And Broccoli

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Ingredients

450 g large shrimp, peeled and deveined
225 g smoked sausage, sliced 1.25 cm thick
300 g broccoli florets
4 garlic cloves, finely minced
60 ml honey
60 ml low-sodium soy sauce
15 ml fresh lemon juice
1.25 ml red pepper flakes (optional)
15 ml olive oil
Salt and freshly ground black pepper, to taste
Cooked rice or quinoa, for serving
Fresh parsley or cilantro, chopped (optional garnish)

Instructions

Step 1: Make Sauce
Whisk honey, soy sauce, garlic, lemon juice, and red pepper flakes (optional) in a bowl. Set aside.

Step 2: Brown Sausage
Heat oil in a skillet over medium-high. Cook sausage slices 4–5 minutes until browned. Remove and set aside.

Step 3: Cook Shrimp
Season shrimp with salt and pepper. Cook in the same skillet for 2–3 minutes per side until pink. Set aside.

Step 4: Sauté Broccoli
Add broccoli to the skillet. Cook 4–5 minutes until tender, adding a splash of water if needed.

Step 5: Combine & Sauce
Return shrimp and sausage to the pan. Pour in sauce, stir, and cook 2–3 minutes until thickened.

Step 6: Serve
Serve hot over rice or quinoa. Garnish with parsley or cilantro if desired.