Healthy Honey Garlic Shrimp & Sausage
This healthy honey garlic shrimp and sausage skillet is the dinner that saves busy weeknights — plump shrimp, smoky sausage and broccoli lacquered in a sticky-sweet garlic glaze, all from one pan in about 25 minutes.
If you love sticky glazes, you will love our Honey Butter Garlic Chicken Bites and the fall-favorite Sheet Pan Sausage & Fall Veggies.
Why This Recipe Works
- One pan, three acts — sausage, shrimp and broccoli cook in sequence, each adding flavor to the next.
- The glaze clings — a pinch of cornstarch turns honey-soy into a glossy coating, not a puddle.
- Healthy swaps built in — chicken or turkey sausage keeps it lighter without losing the smoky bite.
- 25 minutes flat — shrimp cook in minutes; the broccoli stays bright and crisp.
Ingredients
Large shrimp, smoked sausage (chicken or turkey for the lighter version), broccoli, and a four-ingredient glaze of honey, soy sauce, vinegar and garlic. Red pepper flakes are optional but lovely.
(The full ingredient list with US and metric amounts is in the recipe card below.)
How to Make Honey Garlic Shrimp & Sausage
- Sear the sausage until browned; set aside.
- Sear the shrimp 1 to 2 minutes per side; set aside.
- Sauté the broccoli and garlic in the same pan.
- Add the honey-soy glaze, thicken to glossy, and toss everything back through it.
Tips for the Best Shrimp Skillet
- Dry shrimp sear, wet shrimp steam — pat them thoroughly before the pan.
- Do not overcook the shrimp — they are done the moment they curl into a C and turn pink.
- Keep the broccoli crisp — it finishes cooking in the glaze without going soft.
- Serve over cauliflower rice for an even lighter, low-carb plate.
Storage
Refrigerate leftovers in an airtight container for up to 2 days. Reheat gently in a skillet over low heat with a splash of water — just until warm, so the shrimp stay tender.
Frequently Asked Questions
Can I use frozen shrimp?
Yes — thaw overnight in the fridge or under cold running water, then pat very dry before searing.
What sausage works best?
Smoked chicken or turkey sausage keeps it healthy; andouille adds Cajun heat, and kielbasa is the classic choice.
Can I add other vegetables?
Bell peppers, snap peas, zucchini and green beans all fit. Add firmer vegetables with the broccoli.
Is it spicy?
Mild as written — the pepper flakes are optional. Add a teaspoon of sriracha to the glaze if you want real heat.
Healthy Honey Garlic Shrimp & Sausage
Course: DinnerCuisine: American4
servings10
minutes15
minutes380
kcal25
minutesPlump shrimp, smoky sausage rounds and bright broccoli tossed in a sticky honey garlic glaze — all in one pan, in about 25 minutes. Sweet, savory and garlicky with a gentle kick; serve it over rice for an easy healthy dinner.
Ingredients
1 pound (450 g) large shrimp, peeled and deveined
12 ounces (340 g) smoked chicken or turkey sausage, sliced into rounds
1 tablespoon olive oil, divided
4 cups (350 g) broccoli florets
4 cloves garlic, minced
1/3 cup (115 g) honey
1/4 cup (60 ml) low-sodium soy sauce
1 tablespoon rice vinegar or lemon juice
1/2 teaspoon red pepper flakes (optional)
1 teaspoon cornstarch mixed with 2 teaspoons water
2 tablespoons chopped fresh parsley
1 teaspoon sesame seeds, to serve
Directions
- Pat the shrimp dry and season lightly with salt and pepper. Slice the sausage.
- Heat half the oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat. Sear the sausage rounds for 3 to 4 minutes until browned; set aside.
- Add the remaining oil and sear the shrimp for 1 to 2 minutes per side until pink and just cooked; set aside with the sausage.
- Sauté the broccoli in the same pan for 3 to 4 minutes with a splash of water until bright green and crisp-tender. Add the garlic for 30 seconds.
- Whisk the honey, soy sauce, vinegar and pepper flakes. Pour into the pan and simmer for 1 minute.
- Stir in the cornstarch slurry and cook 30 seconds until the sauce turns glossy and thick.
- Return the sausage and shrimp with any juices, toss for 1 minute to coat, then serve over rice with parsley and sesame seeds.
Notes
- Nutrition (estimated per serving, without rice): 380 kcal, protein 29 g, carbohydrates 26 g, fat 17 g, saturated fat 5 g, sugar 20 g, fiber 3 g, sodium 980 mg.
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