Description
Delicious healthy chicken and broccoli stir fry combines lean protein with crisp vegetables in a quick weeknight meal. Garlic, ginger, and light soy sauce deliver bold Asian-inspired flavors you’ll savor with minimal effort.
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 boneless, skinless chicken breasts (sliced)
- 3 cups broccoli florets
- 1/4 cup low-sodium soy sauce
- 1/2 cup chicken broth
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 1 tablespoon honey
- 1 tablespoon cornstarch
- 3 cloves garlic (minced)
- 1-inch ginger (grated)
- 1 teaspoon sesame oil
- 1/2 teaspoon red pepper flakes (optional)
- 1 tablespoon sesame seeds (for garnish)
Instructions
- Craft a zesty marinade by blending soy sauce, honey, cornstarch, chicken broth, and sesame oil into a smooth mixture.
- Elevate a skillet to medium-high heat, drizzle with olive oil, and sear chicken pieces until golden and fully cooked through.
- Transfer cooked chicken to a separate plate, maintaining the skillet’s warmth.
- Infuse the pan with remaining oil, then introduce minced garlic and ginger, releasing their aromatic essence for 30-45 seconds.
- Toss broccoli florets into the skillet, quickly stirring and tossing for 3-4 minutes until they achieve a vibrant, crisp-tender texture.
- Reunite the cooked chicken with the sizzling vegetables in the pan.
- Pour the prepared sauce over the chicken and broccoli, ensuring thorough coating and allowing the mixture to simmer for 2 minutes until the sauce transforms into a glossy, thickened glaze.
- Sprinkle toasted sesame seeds and finely chopped green onions as a final flourish.
- Serve immediately while piping hot, offering a nutritious and flavor-packed meal.
Notes
- Control the heat to prevent overcooking chicken, which can make it tough and dry. Medium-high heat ensures golden browning and juicy meat.
- Use fresh broccoli florets for the best texture and crunch, cutting them into similar-sized pieces guarantees even cooking.
- Prep all ingredients before starting to cook, as stir-frying moves quickly and requires immediate attention to maintain ingredient quality.
- For gluten-free option, swap soy sauce with tamari or coconut aminos, and ensure cornstarch is certified gluten-free.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Category: Lunch, Dinner
- Method: Sautéing
- Cuisine: Chinese
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 2
- Calories: 280 kcal
- Sugar: 6 g
- Sodium: 450 mg
- Fat: 14 g
- Saturated Fat: 2 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 12 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 13 g
- Fiber: 3 g
- Protein: 32 g
- Cholesterol: 75 mg