Chicken and Broccoli Stir Fry
Chicken and Broccoli Stir Fry is a quick and flavorful dish that combines tender chicken with crisp broccoli in a savory sauce. Perfect for busy weeknights or casual gatherings, this meal can be prepared in under 30 minutes, making it an ideal option for those looking for a delicious yet hassle-free dinner. Customize it with your favorite vegetables or proteins for a delightful twist!
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Total Time: 25 minutes
- Yield: Serves 4
- Category: Main
- Method: Stir-frying
- Cuisine: Asian
Ingredients
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- 1 lb boneless, skinless chicken breasts, diced
- 4 cups fresh broccoli florets
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 1-inch piece ginger root, grated
- 2 tbsp vegetable oil
- 3 tbsp low-sodium soy sauce
- 1 tsp sesame oil
- 1 tbsp cornstarch
Instructions
- Prepare your ingredients: Wash and chop the broccoli into bite-sized pieces. Dice the chicken into strips for even cooking.
- Whip up the sauce: In a bowl, combine soy sauce, sesame oil, minced garlic, grated ginger, and cornstarch. Mix well and set aside.
- Heat the skillet: In a large skillet or wok, heat vegetable oil over medium-high heat until shimmering.
- Cook the chicken: Add diced chicken to the skillet and stir-fry until golden brown (about 5-6 minutes).
- Add broccoli: Toss in broccoli florets and continue cooking until bright green and tender-crisp (3-4 minutes).
- Combine: Pour prepared sauce over the chicken and broccoli mixture, stirring until evenly coated and slightly thickened (about 1 minute).
- Serve: Transfer to plates or serve directly from the skillet with a drizzle of any remaining sauce.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup (250g)
- Calories: 290
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 520mg
- Fat: 10g
- Saturated Fat: 1g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 20g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 30g
- Cholesterol: 80mg