Description
Enjoy this Chicken and Broccoli stir-fry that combines tender chicken and vibrant broccoli in a savory sauce.
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 lbs boneless skinless chicken breast, cut into bite-sized pieces
- 2 cups steamed broccoli florets, fresh
- 1/4 cup soy sauce (low-sodium option recommended)
- 1/4 cup hoisin sauce
- 1 cup chicken broth (low sodium)
- 2 tbsp sesame oil
- 3 small cloves garlic, minced
- 1/8 cup sugar
- 1 tsp baking soda
- 1 tbsp corn starch (for coating chicken)
- 1 tbsp vinegar-based flavoring (alcohol-free substitute)
- 3 tbsp cold water
Instructions
- Step: Cut the boneless chicken breast into bite-sized pieces, ensuring they’re uniform for even cooking.
- Step: Mix baking soda with cold water and toss it with the chicken pieces. Let it sit for 10 minutes to enhance tenderness.
- Step: Sprinkle 1 tablespoon of corn starch over the chicken, giving it a light coating that will help achieve a crispy texture once cooked.
- Step: In a large skillet, heat 2 tablespoons of sesame oil over medium-high heat until it’s shimmering and fragrant.
- Step: Add the chicken to the skillet in a single layer. Cook for 5-7 minutes, turning occasionally, until the chicken is golden brown.
- Step: Toss in the minced garlic and stir for 30 seconds until it becomes aromatic, careful not to burn it.
- Step: In a bowl, combine soy sauce, hoisin, chicken broth, sugar, and dissolved corn starch. Stir until smooth.
- Step: Pour the sauce mixture into the skillet, adding the steamed broccoli. Cook for another 3-5 minutes until everything is heated through and the sauce thickens.
- Step: Remove from heat and transfer to a serving dish. It’s ready to enjoy with rice or noodles!
Notes
To elevate your Chicken and Broccoli, sprinkle sesame seeds on top just before serving for extra crunch and flavor!
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Dinner
- Method: Stir-Fry
- Cuisine: Asian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 411 kcal
- Sugar: 5 g
- Sodium: 450 mg
- Fat: 18 g
- Saturated Fat: 6 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 30 g
- Fiber: 2 g
- Protein: 35 g
- Cholesterol: 120 mg
Keywords: chicken, broccoli, stir-fry, healthy dinner, quick meal