Description
This Chinese Chicken and Broccoli Stir Fry recipe is a quick and flavorful dish that’s perfect for a simple weeknight dinner. Tender chicken and crisp broccoli are coated in a savory sauce, creating a delicious stir-fry that pairs perfectly with steamed rice. Customize with your favorite vegetables for a meal that’s sure to please.
Ingredients
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For the Stir Fry:
- 1 pound boneless, skinless chicken breast, thinly sliced
- 4 cups broccoli florets
- 2 tablespoons vegetable oil, divided
- 3 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 tablespoon 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 tablespoon rice vinegar
- 1 tablespoon brown sugar
- 1/2 cup chicken broth or water
- Optional: sesame seeds and sliced green onions for garnish
Instructions
- Prepare the Sauce: In a small bowl, whisk together soy sauce, oyster sauce, hoisin sauce, rice vinegar, brown sugar, chicken broth, and cornstarch. Set aside.
- Cook the Chicken: Heat 1 tablespoon of oil in a skillet, stir-fry chicken until cooked and browned. Remove and set aside.
- Stir-Fry: Add remaining oil, garlic, and ginger to the pan. Cook until fragrant. Add broccoli and stir-fry until tender-crisp. Return chicken to the pan.
- Finish: Pour the sauce over the chicken and broccoli. Cook until thickened. Serve over rice, garnish with sesame seeds and green onions.
Notes
- For faster prep, use pre-cut broccoli or frozen florets (thawed).
- You can swap chicken breast with chicken thighs for a juicier texture.
- Add bell peppers, carrots, or snap peas for extra color and crunch.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 bowl
- Calories: 310
- Sugar: 7g
- Sodium: 750mg
- Fat: 13g
- Saturated Fat: 2g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 16g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 33g
- Cholesterol: 70mg
