Description
This Chicken Stir-Fry with Broccoli is quick, flavorful, and perfect for busy weeknights. Juicy chicken, crisp-tender broccoli, and a savory sauce made with soy, garlic, ginger, and a touch of brown sugar. Better than takeout and faster too!
Ingredients
▢ 1 lb chicken breast, thinly sliced
▢ 3 cups broccoli florets
▢ 1/4 cup low-sodium soy sauce
▢ 1 tablespoon fresh ginger, grated
▢ 2 garlic cloves, minced
▢ 1 tablespoon sesame oil
▢ 2 teaspoons cornstarch
▢ 1/3 cup chicken broth
▢ 1 tablespoon brown sugar
▢ 1/4 teaspoon red pepper flakes (optional)
▢ 2 tablespoons high-smoke point oil (avocado or canola)
▢ 2 green onions, chopped
Instructions
1. In a small bowl, whisk together soy sauce, ginger, garlic, sesame oil, cornstarch, chicken broth, brown sugar, and red pepper flakes (if using). Set aside.
2. Heat a large skillet or wok over medium-high heat. Add high-smoke point oil and swirl to coat.
3. Add sliced chicken and cook, stirring often, until browned and cooked through (about 5-7 minutes).
4. Add broccoli florets and stir-fry for 3-5 minutes until tender-crisp.
5. Pour sauce over the chicken and broccoli. Stir well and bring to a simmer.
6. Cook for 1-2 minutes, until sauce thickens and coats everything nicely.
7. Garnish with chopped green onions and serve hot over rice or noodles.
Notes
Great with jasmine rice, brown rice, or cauliflower rice for a low-carb option.
You can swap broccoli with snap peas or bell peppers for variety.
Store leftovers in an airtight container for up to 3 days.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Category: Dinner
- Method: Stir-Fry
- Cuisine: Asian-Inspired
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 bowl
- Calories: 280
- Sugar: 5g
- Sodium: 520mg
- Fat: 11g
- Saturated Fat: 2g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 10g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 33g
- Cholesterol: 65mg
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