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Chinese Chicken and Broccoli

Savory Chinese Chicken and Broccoli in Just 25 Minutes

This Chinese Chicken and Broccoli recipe is quick, healthy, and bursting with flavor.
Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 10 minutes
Total Time 25 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Dinner
Cuisine: Chinese
Calories: 350

Ingredients
  

For the Chicken
  • 4 breasts boneless, skinless chicken about 1 lb
  • ¼ cup low-sodium soy sauce
For the Broccoli
  • 2 cups fresh broccoli florets
For the Flavor
  • 3 cloves garlic, minced
  • 1 tablespoon fresh ginger, grated
For the Sauce
  • 2 tablespoons cornstarch
  • ½ cup low-sodium chicken broth
  • 1 tablespoon brown sugar
For Cooking
  • vegetable oil for cooking
  • green onions for garnish optional

Equipment

  • large skillet

Method
 

Step‑by‑Step Instructions
  1. Prepare Your Ingredients: Wash and cut the broccoli into bite-sized florets and slice chicken breasts into thin strips. Set aside.
  2. Marinate the Chicken: Combine chicken, soy sauce, ginger, and garlic in a bowl. Mix thoroughly and marinate for at least 15 minutes.
  3. Cook the Chicken: Heat skillet over medium-high heat, add vegetable oil, add marinated chicken, stir-fry for 5 minutes until golden brown. Remove chicken.
  4. Stir-Fry the Broccoli: In the same skillet, add more oil if needed and stir-fry broccoli for 3 minutes until vibrant and tender-crisp.
  5. Prepare the Sauce: In a bowl, whisk together cornstarch, brown sugar, remaining soy sauce, and chicken broth until smooth.
  6. Combine Everything: Return chicken to skillet, pour sauce over, toss gently and cook for an additional minute until thickened.

Nutrition

Serving: 1servingCalories: 350kcalCarbohydrates: 20gProtein: 30gFat: 12gSaturated Fat: 2gPolyunsaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 4gCholesterol: 70mgSodium: 500mgPotassium: 800mgFiber: 4gSugar: 5gVitamin A: 1500IUVitamin C: 75mgCalcium: 80mgIron: 2mg

Notes

This dish is quick to prepare and perfect for busy weeknights. Consider adding a splash of rice vinegar or sesame oil for extra flavor.

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