Description
Sizzling Healthy Chicken and Broccoli Stir Fry delivers a quick, nutritious meal packed with lean protein and crisp vegetables. Savory ginger and garlic notes blend perfectly, creating a satisfying dinner you’ll crave again and again.
Ingredients
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Main Protein:
- 2 boneless, skinless chicken breasts, sliced
Vegetables:
- 3 cups broccoli florets
- 3 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 teaspoon ginger, grated
Sauce and Seasoning:
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 1/4 cup low-sodium soy sauce
- 1 tablespoon honey
- 1 tablespoon cornstarch
- 1/2 cup chicken broth
- 1 teaspoon sesame oil
- 1 teaspoon red pepper flakes (optional)
Instructions
- Sear chicken in hot olive oil over medium-high heat until golden and cooked through, approximately 5-6 minutes. Transfer to a clean plate.
- Reduce pan heat, add fresh olive oil, then quickly sauté minced garlic and grated ginger for 20-30 seconds until fragrant.
- Introduce broccoli florets to the pan, tossing vigorously for 3-4 minutes to maintain crisp texture and vibrant green color.
- Whisk together sauce components – soy sauce, honey, cornstarch, chicken broth, and sesame oil – creating a smooth, glossy liquid.
- Reintroduce seared chicken to the pan, pour prepared sauce over ingredients, and gently stir to coat evenly.
- Simmer mixture for 2-3 minutes, allowing sauce to thicken and caramelize, coating chicken and broccoli with rich, glossy finish.
- Sprinkle toasted sesame seeds and finely sliced green onions across the dish for added texture and fresh flavor profile.
- Serve immediately while hot, ensuring optimal taste and temperature.
Notes
- Use a wok or large skillet for even heat distribution and optimal stir-frying results.
- Cut chicken and broccoli into uniform bite-sized pieces to ensure consistent cooking and texture.
- Marinate chicken in soy sauce and cornstarch for 15 minutes before cooking to enhance tenderness and flavor absorption.
- For a low-carb version, replace honey with a sugar-free sweetener like stevia or monk fruit.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Category: Lunch, Dinner, Snacks
- Method: Sautéing
- Cuisine: Chinese
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 2
- Calories: 285 kcal
- Sugar: 5 g
- Sodium: 350 mg
- Fat: 14 g
- Saturated Fat: 2 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 12 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 11 g
- Fiber: 3 g
- Protein: 30 g
- Cholesterol: 75 mg