Description
A delicious and easy recipe for Chinese Chicken and Broccoli Stir Fry that’s perfect for a quick weeknight dinner. Tender slices of chicken, crisp broccoli, and a savory sauce come together in a flavorful dish that pairs perfectly with steamed rice. Customize with your favorite veggies for a personalized touch!
Ingredients
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For the Stir Fry:
- 1 pound boneless, skinless chicken breast, thinly sliced
- 3 cups broccoli florets
- 2 tablespoons vegetable oil
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 teaspoon fresh ginger, grated
For the Sauce:
- 1/4 cup low-sodium soy sauce
- 2 tablespoons oyster sauce
- 1 tablespoon hoisin sauce
- 1 tablespoon cornstarch
- 1/4 cup chicken broth or water
- 1 teaspoon sesame oil
- Salt and pepper to taste
- Sesame seeds and sliced green onions for garnish (optional)
Instructions
- Prepare the Sauce: In a small bowl, whisk together soy sauce, oyster sauce, hoisin sauce, chicken broth, and cornstarch until smooth. Set aside.
- Cook the Chicken: Heat 1 tablespoon of vegetable oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat. Cook the chicken until browned and cooked through, then set aside.
- Stir-Fry: Add remaining oil to the pan. Stir-fry garlic and ginger, then add broccoli and cook until tender. Return chicken to the pan, pour in the sauce, and simmer until thickened.
- Finish: Drizzle with sesame oil, garnish with sesame seeds and green onions, and serve hot with rice.
Notes
- Marinate chicken for extra flavor before cooking.
- Customize with additional veggies like bell peppers, carrots, or snow peas.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 10 minutes
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: Chinese
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 portion
- Calories: 310
- Sugar: 4g
- Sodium: 720mg
- Fat: 16g
- Saturated Fat: 2.5g
- Unsaturated Fat: 12g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 13g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 29g
- Cholesterol: 75mg
