Description
Chinese Chicken and Broccoli is a delectable dish that combines tender, juicy chicken with vibrant, crisp broccoli, all coated in a savory sauce. This quick and easy recipe is ideal for busy weeknights or entertaining guests, offering a perfect balance of flavors and textures. With its bold presentation and irresistible taste, this meal will surely become a family favorite.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 lb boneless, skinless chicken breasts (about 3-4 breasts)
- 2 cups fresh broccoli florets
- 3 cloves garlic, minced
- 1-inch piece fresh ginger, minced
- 1/4 cup low-sodium soy sauce
- 2 tbsp honey
- 1 tbsp sesame oil
- 1 tbsp vegetable oil (for cooking)
Instructions
- Chop the chicken into bite-sized pieces and rinse the broccoli florets.
- In a small bowl, mix soy sauce, honey, and sesame oil to create the sauce.
- Heat vegetable oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat. Add chicken and cook until golden brown (about 6 minutes).
- Stir in minced garlic and ginger; cook for an additional minute until fragrant.
- Add broccoli florets with a splash of water; cover and steam for about 3 minutes until bright green but still crisp.
- Pour the prepared sauce over the chicken and broccoli; stir well and let simmer for 2 minutes until everything is evenly coated.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Stir-frying
- Cuisine: Chinese
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup (240g)
- Calories: 280
- Sugar: 9g
- Sodium: 600mg
- Fat: 10g
- Saturated Fat: 1g
- Unsaturated Fat: 7g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 19g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 28g
- Cholesterol: 75mg
Keywords: - For added flavor, marinate the chicken in soy sauce for at least 30 minutes before cooking. - Substitute chicken with tofu or shrimp for alternative protein options. - Add crushed red pepper for some heat or other vegetables like bell peppers for extra crunch.