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Stir-Fried Chinese Chicken and Broccoli

A quick and easy stir-fry featuring tender chicken and crisp broccoli, seasoned with garlic, ginger, and soy sauce, perfect for weeknight dinners.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 10 minutes
Total Time 20 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Dinner, Main Course
Cuisine: Chinese
Calories: 350
Ingredients Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

Main ingredients
  • 1 lb chicken breast, sliced thin Cut across the grain for tender bites; boneless thigh can be substituted.
  • 2 cups broccoli florets Smaller florets cook faster; stems sliced thin can also be used.
  • 2 tbsp soy sauce Use low-sodium if preferred.
  • 1 tbsp fresh ginger, minced Or 1 tsp ground ginger in a pinch.
  • 2 cloves garlic, minced Or 1/2 tsp garlic powder if you’re out.
  • 2 tbsp vegetable oil Neutral oils like canola or peanut work well for high heat.
  • to taste salt and pepper
  • cooked rice or noodles For serving.

Method
 

Cooking
  1. Heat 2 tablespoons of vegetable oil in a large pan or wok over medium-high heat until it shimmers.
  2. Add the minced garlic and ginger; sauté briefly for about 30 seconds until fragrant but not browned.
  3. Add the thinly sliced chicken breast in a single layer and stir-fry, turning occasionally, until browned and cooked through (about 4-6 minutes depending on thickness).
  4. Toss in the broccoli florets and continue to stir-fry for 3-4 minutes so they become tender-crisp but retain bright color.
  5. Pour 2 tablespoons of soy sauce over the chicken and broccoli and toss quickly to coat evenly; add a splash of water or stock with a teaspoon of cornstarch mixed in before pouring for a glossy sauce.
  6. Taste and season with salt and pepper as needed, and serve hot over cooked rice or noodles, garnished with sesame seeds or sliced scallions if desired.

Nutrition

Serving: 1gCalories: 350kcalCarbohydrates: 30gProtein: 30gFat: 15gSaturated Fat: 2gSodium: 600mgFiber: 3gSugar: 5g

Notes

Leftovers keep well for up to 3-4 days in an airtight container. Reheat gently in a skillet with a splash of water or stock. Avoid microwaving too long to prevent broccoli from becoming rubbery.

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