Description
Chicken and Broccoli Stir Fry is a quick and flavorful dish that brings together tender chicken and vibrant broccoli in a savory sauce. This easy-to-make recipe is perfect for busy weeknights or cozy family dinners, providing a delightful balance of textures and flavors that everyone will love. With simple ingredients and straightforward steps, you can whip up this delicious meal in no time, making it a staple in your kitchen.
Ingredients
Scale
- 4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts (about 1 lb)
- 2 cups fresh broccoli florets
- 1 cup bell peppers, sliced (any color)
- 4 garlic cloves, minced
- 1 tsp fresh ginger, grated
- 2 tbsp vegetable oil
- ¼ cup low-sodium soy sauce
- 2 tbsp cornstarch
- 2 tbsp honey or brown sugar
- 1 tsp sesame oil
Instructions
- Wash vegetables and cut chicken into bite-sized pieces. Season with salt and pepper.
- Make the sauce by whisking together soy sauce, honey, cornstarch, and sesame oil in a bowl. Set aside.
- Heat vegetable oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat. Add chicken and sauté until browned (5-7 minutes).
- Add garlic, ginger, broccoli, and bell peppers to the pan; sauté until broccoli is bright green and tender-crisp.
- Pour the sauce over the chicken and vegetables, stirring until evenly coated. Cook for an additional 2-3 minutes until sauce thickens.
- Serve immediately over rice or noodles.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Frying
- Cuisine: Asian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: About 1 cup (250g)
- Calories: 350
- Sugar: 10g
- Sodium: 800mg
- Fat: 10g
- Saturated Fat: 1g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 30g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 35g
- Cholesterol: 75mg