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Bowl of colorful Chicken And Broccoli Stir Fry Easy with tender chicken and bright green broccoli in glossy sauce

Easy Chicken & Broccoli Stir-Fry Recipe for a Healthy Weeknight Dinner


  • Total Time: 30 minutes
  • Yield: 4 servings 1x

Description

This quick and nutritious chicken and broccoli stir-fry comes together in under 30 minutes, making it perfect for busy weeknights. The combination of tender chicken, crisp broccoli, and a light savory sauce offers a balanced and flavorful meal.


Ingredients

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  • 1 pound boneless skinless chicken breast, sliced thin
  • 3 cups broccoli florets
  • 2 cloves garlic, minced
  • 1 teaspoon grated fresh ginger
  • 3 tablespoons low-sodium soy sauce
  • 1 tablespoon oyster sauce
  • 1 tablespoon cornstarch
  • 1/4 cup chicken broth or water
  • 1 teaspoon sesame oil
  • 1 tablespoon vegetable oil
  • 1 teaspoon honey or brown sugar (optional)
  • 1/4 teaspoon red pepper flakes (optional)

  • Instructions

    1. Marinate chicken with 1 tablespoon soy sauce, 1/2 tablespoon cornstarch, and a drizzle of oil for 10-15 minutes.

    2. Blanch broccoli in boiling water for 1-2 minutes, drain, and rinse with cold water.

    3. Whisk remaining soy sauce, oyster sauce, sesame oil, chicken broth, cornstarch, honey, ginger, and garlic in a bowl.

    4. Heat oil in a wok over medium-high heat and cook chicken for 3-4 minutes until golden; remove and set aside.

    5. Stir-fry broccoli in the same wok for 2 minutes, then return chicken to the pan.

    6. Pour sauce over chicken and broccoli and stir for 1-2 minutes until sauce thickens.

    7. Serve over rice or noodles and garnish with sesame seeds or green onions.

    • Prep Time: 15 minutes
    • Cook Time: 15 minutes
    • Category: main course
    • Method: stir-fry
    • Cuisine: asian

    Nutrition

    • Serving Size: 1 serving
    • Calories: 300
    • Sugar: 5
    • Sodium: 600
    • Fat: 10
    • Saturated Fat: 2
    • Unsaturated Fat: 7
    • Trans Fat: 0
    • Carbohydrates: 15
    • Fiber: 4
    • Protein: 25
    • Cholesterol: 70

    Keywords: chicken stir fry, broccoli stir fry, easy dinner, quick dinner, healthy stir fry, weeknight meal, low carb