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CHICKEN AND BROCCOLI STIR FRY

This Chicken and Broccoli Stir Fry is a deliciously quick and healthy dish, combining tender chicken pieces with fresh broccoli in a flavorful sauce. It's a perfect weeknight dinner, ready in just 30 minutes and adaptable to your taste preferences.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 20 minutes
Total Time 30 minutes
Course Healthy, Main Course, Quick Dinner, Stir-Fry
Cuisine Chinese
Servings 4
Calories 300 kcal

Ingredients
  

  • 2 boneless skinless chicken breasts, cut into 1-inch pieces
  • 3 cups fresh broccoli florets
  • 2 cloves garlic finely chopped
  • 1 tbsp fresh ginger finely chopped
  • 3 tbsp soy sauce low sodium
  • 1/2 cup chicken broth low sodium
  • 1 tbsp cornstarch
  • 1 tsp sugar
  • 2 tbsp vegetable oil
  • 2 tbsp water for cornstarch mixture

Instructions
 

  • Marinate the Chicken: (Optional) In a bowl, mix the chicken pieces with 1 tbsp soy sauce, a pinch of sugar, and 1/2 tbsp cornstarch. Let sit for 10 minutes.
  • Velvet the Chicken: (Optional) Coat the marinated chicken with 1 egg white, 1 tsp rice vinegar, and 1 tbsp cornstarch for an even softer texture.
  • Stir Fry the Chicken: Heat 1 tbsp vegetable oil in a wok or large skillet over medium-high heat. Add chicken and stir-fry until browned, about 5-7 minutes. Remove chicken from the pan and set aside.
  • Add Aromatics: In the same pan, add the remaining 1 tbsp oil, garlic, and ginger. Stir-fry for 30 seconds until fragrant.
  • Cook the Broccoli: Add broccoli florets to the pan, stir-fry for 2-3 minutes until bright green and tender-crisp.
  • Simmer with Sauce: Return chicken to the pan. Add remaining soy sauce, chicken broth, and sugar. Stir to combine.
  • Thicken the Sauce: Mix cornstarch with 2 tbsp water in a small bowl. Pour into the pan and stir constantly until the sauce thickens, about 1-2 minutes.
  • Serve and Enjoy: Serve hot over steamed rice or noodles, or with cauliflower rice for a low-carb option.

Notes

Substitute chicken with beef, shrimp, or tofu for a different protein. Add vegetables like bell peppers or snap peas for variety, and spice it up with chili sauce or crushed red pepper flakes if desired.

Nutrition

Calories: 300kcal
Keyword Broccoli Stir Fry, Chicken Stir Fry, Chinese Stir Fry, Healthy Chicken, Quick Dinner
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