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Chinese Chicken and Broccoli


  • Author: oliviabennett
  • Total Time: 35 minutes
  • Yield: 4 servings 1x
  • Diet: Gluten-Free

Description

A classic stir-fry dish featuring tender chicken, vibrant broccoli, and a mouthwatering soy sauce blend, reminiscent of family gatherings.


Ingredients

Scale
  • 1 lb Chicken Breast, cut into bite-sized pieces
  • 3 cups Broccoli, cut into florets
  • ½ cup Soy Sauce
  • 3 cloves Garlic, minced
  • 1 tablespoon Ginger, minced
  • 2 tablespoons Cornstarch
  • ½ cup Chicken Broth
  • 1 tablespoon Sesame Oil
  • Green Onions, for garnish

Instructions

  1. Prepare your chicken by cutting it into bite-sized pieces.
  2. Marinate the chicken in a mixture of soy sauce and minced ginger for at least 20 minutes.
  3. Cut your broccoli into florets and prepare the stems for extra texture.
  4. Heat sesame oil in a wok or large skillet over medium-high heat.
  5. Cook the marinated chicken pieces until golden brown, about 5-7 minutes.
  6. Add broccoli and chicken broth to the pan, cover, and steam for about 3 minutes.
  7. Mix soy sauce, garlic, ginger, cornstarch, and chicken broth to prepare the sauce.
  8. Combine everything in the pan and cook for another 2-3 minutes until the sauce thickens.
  9. Serve hot, garnished with sliced green onions.

Notes

Serve over fluffy jasmine rice or alongside steamed rice noodles for a complete meal.

  • Prep Time: 20 minutes
  • Cook Time: 15 minutes
  • Category: Main Course
  • Method: Stir-Frying
  • Cuisine: Chinese

Nutrition

  • Serving Size: 1 serving
  • Calories: 380
  • Sugar: 5g
  • Sodium: 900mg
  • Fat: 15g
  • Saturated Fat: 2g
  • Unsaturated Fat: 10g
  • Trans Fat: 0g
  • Carbohydrates: 30g
  • Fiber: 5g
  • Protein: 30g
  • Cholesterol: 90mg

Keywords: Chinese food, chicken stir-fry, broccoli recipe, comfort food, easy dinner