Description
Indulge in this vibrant Chinese Chicken and Broccoli recipe, where tender, marinated chicken meets crisp broccoli in a savory sauce. This dish is not only visually appealing but also easy to prepare, making it the perfect choice for a quick weeknight dinner or a gathering with friends. In just 30 minutes, you can create a culinary delight that will leave everyone asking for seconds!
Ingredients
Scale
- 3–4 Boneless Skinless Chicken Breasts
- Fresh Broccoli Florets
- 3 Garlic Cloves
- 1-inch piece of Ginger
- 1/4 cup Low-Sodium Soy Sauce
- 2 tbsp Cornstarch
- 1/2 cup Low-Sodium Chicken Broth
- 1 tsp Sesame Oil
Instructions
- Prep by washing and cutting the broccoli into bite-sized pieces, dicing the chicken into uniform cubes, and mincing the garlic and ginger.
- Marinate the chicken in a bowl with soy sauce, sesame oil, minced garlic, and grated ginger for at least 15 minutes.
- Heat oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat. Add marinated chicken and cook for 5-7 minutes until golden brown.
- Add broccoli florets and half a cup of chicken broth to the skillet. Stir well and steam until tender yet crisp (about 5 minutes).
- Mix cornstarch with an equal amount of water in a small bowl until smooth. Pour it into the skillet while stirring continuously until thickened.
- Serve hot with rice or noodles, drizzling any remaining sauce on top.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Stir-Frying
- Cuisine: Chinese
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 plate (~350g)
- Calories: 320
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 700mg
- Fat: 10g
- Saturated Fat: 2g
- Unsaturated Fat: 6g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 22g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 34g
- Cholesterol: 85mg