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Bowl of colorful Chicken Broccoli Stir-Fry with rice, showing fresh broccoli florets and tender shredded chicken.

Easy Chicken & Broccoli Stir-Fry


  • Total Time: 25 minutes
  • Yield: 4 servings 1x

Description

This easy chicken and broccoli stir-fry combines lean protein and crisp vegetables in a light savory sauce, ready in under 25 minutes. It’s a healthy, flavorful weeknight dinner that pairs perfectly with rice or noodles.


Ingredients

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  • 1 lb chicken breast, sliced thinly
  • 3 cups broccoli florets, fresh or frozen
  • 3 tbsp low-sodium soy sauce
  • 3 cloves garlic, minced
  • 1 tbsp fresh ginger, grated
  • 2 tbsp sesame oil
  • 1 tbsp cornstarch
  • 1/4 cup chicken broth
  • 1 tbsp honey
  • 1 tsp rice vinegar
  • 1/4 tsp red pepper flakes (optional)
  • 2 cups cooked rice (optional)
  • 1 tsp sesame seeds (optional)
  • 2 stalks green onions, sliced

  • Instructions

    1. Slice the chicken breast and chop broccoli into bite-sized florets.

    2. Whisk soy sauce, chicken broth, honey, cornstarch and rice vinegar in a small bowl.

    3. Heat 1 tbsp oil in a wok over medium-high heat and cook chicken for 4–5 minutes until golden and cooked through, then remove from pan.

    4. Add remaining oil, garlic and ginger to the pan and cook until fragrant, about 30 seconds.

    5. Add broccoli and stir-fry for 2–3 minutes, adding a splash of water and covering briefly to steam if needed.

    6. Return chicken to the pan, pour in the sauce and toss until sauce thickens and coats ingredients, about 2 minutes.

    7. Turn off heat and garnish with sesame seeds and green onions.

    8. Serve immediately with cooked rice if desired.

    • Prep Time: 10 minutes
    • Cook Time: 15 minutes
    • Category: dinner
    • Method: stir-fry
    • Cuisine: asian

    Nutrition

    • Serving Size: 1 serving
    • Calories: 280
    • Sugar: 6
    • Sodium: 600
    • Fat: 8
    • Saturated Fat: 1
    • Unsaturated Fat: 5
    • Trans Fat: 0
    • Carbohydrates: 12
    • Fiber: 4
    • Protein: 30
    • Cholesterol: 75

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