Description
Chicken and Broccoli (Chinese Takeout Style) is a delightful dish that brings the flavors of your favorite Chinese restaurant right to your kitchen. In just 25 minutes, you can whip up this satisfying meal featuring tender chicken and crisp broccoli smothered in a savory brown sauce. Perfect for busy weeknights or special gatherings, this recipe is not only quick to prepare but also packed with protein and nutrients, making it a healthier alternative to takeout. Serve it over steamed rice or noodles for an adaptable meal that both kids and adults will love.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 lb boneless skinless chicken breast (or thigh)
- 1 head broccoli, chopped into bite-sized florets
- 3 tablespoons oyster sauce
- 2 tablespoons Shaoxing wine (or dry sherry)
- 4 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 tablespoon cornstarch
Instructions
- Slice the chicken against the grain and marinate with Shaoxing wine, salt, and cornstarch for 10 minutes.
- Combine all sauce ingredients in a bowl and stir well.
- Steam the broccoli until just tender, about 40-50 seconds.
- In a nonstick skillet, heat oil and cook chicken until lightly charred.
- Add garlic and ginger, then return broccoli to the skillet.
- Pour in sauce, cooking until thickened, about 1 minute.
- Serve hot over rice or noodles.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Stir-frying
- Cuisine: Chinese
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 plate (200g)
- Calories: 365
- Sugar: 5g
- Sodium: 800mg
- Fat: 12g
- Saturated Fat: 2g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 30g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 37g
- Cholesterol: 85mg