Description
Chinese Chicken and Broccoli is a quick, flavorful stir-fry that combines tender chicken with crisp broccoli in a savory soy-based sauce infused with garlic and ginger. Perfect for busy weeknights, this dish is not only delicious but also nutritious, making it an ideal choice for family dinners or meal prep. With its vibrant colors and rich flavors, it’s a meal that everyone will love.
Ingredients
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- â…“ cup low-sodium soy sauce
- ½ cup low-sodium vegetable broth
- 1 tablespoon pure maple syrup
- 1 teaspoon sesame oil
- 1 tablespoon cornstarch
- 1 lb boneless skinless chicken breast, thinly sliced
- 12 oz broccoli florets
Instructions
- Prepare the soy glaze by mixing vegetable broth, soy sauce, sesame oil, and maple syrup in a microwave-safe bowl. Heat for 1 minute, whisk in cornstarch until smooth, then set aside.
- In a large skillet over medium-high heat, add olive oil and cook the sliced chicken until golden brown on both sides (4–5 minutes total). Remove and set aside.
- In the same skillet, sauté chopped onion until translucent, then add garlic and ginger until fragrant (about 1 minute).
- Pour the soy glaze into the skillet with vegetables; stir until thickened. Add cooked chicken and broccoli; stir-fry until well coated.
- Serve hot, garnished with sesame seeds if desired.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Stir-frying
- Cuisine: Chinese
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 320
- Sugar: 4g
- Sodium: 720mg
- Fat: 10g
- Saturated Fat: 2g
- Unsaturated Fat: 7g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 34g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 28g
- Cholesterol: 75mg