Description
Chicken and Broccoli Stir Fry is a delightful and quick dish that brings together tender chicken and vibrant broccoli in a savory sauce. This flavorful stir fry can be prepared in under 30 minutes, making it perfect for busy weeknights when you crave something delicious yet nutritious. The combination of juicy chicken and crisp broccoli creates a satisfying texture, while the glossy sauce brings everything together beautifully. Enjoy this versatile dish over steamed rice or noodles, or customize it with your favorite vegetables for an even more colorful meal. With its simplicity and rich flavors, Chicken and Broccoli Stir Fry is sure to become a family favorite.
Ingredients
Scale
- 3–4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts
- 2 cups fresh broccoli florets
- 3 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 inch fresh ginger, minced
- ¼ cup low-sodium soy sauce
- 1 tablespoon cornstarch
- 1 tablespoon sesame oil
- 2 tablespoons vegetable oil
Instructions
- Cut chicken into bite-sized pieces. Wash broccoli and separate into florets. Mince garlic and ginger.
- Heat vegetable oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat until shimmering.
- Sauté chicken for 5-6 minutes until browned and cooked through; remove from pan.
- In the same pan, add garlic, ginger, and broccoli; sauté for 3-4 minutes until bright green.
- Mix soy sauce, cornstarch with water, and sesame oil in a bowl; pour over vegetables.
- Return chicken to the pan; toss to coat everything in the sauce and cook for an additional 1-2 minutes.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Stir-frying
- Cuisine: Asian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: Approximately 1 cup (250g)
- Calories: 320
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 480mg
- Fat: 16g
- Saturated Fat: 2g
- Unsaturated Fat: 14g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 16g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 30g
- Cholesterol: 80mg