Description
Chicken and Broccoli Stir-Fry is a quick and flavorful dish that combines tender chicken with vibrant broccoli in a savory sauce. Perfect for busy weeknights, this recipe delivers a satisfying meal packed with nutritious ingredients and bold flavors. In just 30 minutes, you can create a colorful stir-fry that not only pleases the palate but also brings warmth to your dinner table.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 lb boneless skinless chicken breasts, sliced into thin strips
- 4 cups fresh broccoli florets
- 3 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 tbsp fresh ginger, minced
- 3 tbsp low-sodium soy sauce
- 1 tbsp sesame oil
- 1 tbsp honey or sugar
- 1 tbsp vegetable oil (for cooking)
- Optional: Additional vegetables like bell peppers or carrots
Instructions
- Wash and chop broccoli into bite-sized pieces. Slice chicken breasts into thin strips. Mince garlic and ginger.
- In a bowl, whisk together soy sauce, sesame oil, honey (or sugar), garlic, and ginger to make the sauce. Set aside.
- Heat vegetable oil in a large skillet or wok over medium-high heat.
- Add chicken strips to the pan in a single layer and sear for about 5 minutes until golden brown and cooked through.
- Add broccoli florets and a splash of water; cover and steam for about 3 minutes until bright green yet still crisp.
- Pour the prepared sauce over the chicken and broccoli, tossing to coat evenly. Cook for another minute until heated through.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Stir-frying
- Cuisine: Asian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup (240g)
- Calories: 290
- Sugar: 8g
- Sodium: 550mg
- Fat: 10g
- Saturated Fat: 2g
- Unsaturated Fat: 7g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 26g
- Fiber: 4g
- Protein: 23g
- Cholesterol: 70mg
Keywords: For added crunch, include bell peppers or snap peas. You can also substitute chicken with tofu or shrimp for different protein options. Leftovers can be stored in an airtight container for up to three days.