Description
This healthy chicken and broccoli stir fry recipe is a delicious, easy-to-make meal packed with lean protein and fresh vegetables. Perfect for busy nights, it's a flavorful and nutritious dish that comes together in under 30 minutes using simple ingredients.
Ingredients
- 1 lb boneless, skinless chicken breast, thinly sliced
- 3 cups broccoli florets
- 2 tbsp olive oil
- 3 garlic cloves, minced
- 1 tbsp ginger, minced
- 1/4 cup low-sodium soy sauce
- 2 tbsp honey
- 1 tbsp cornstarch
- 1/2 cup chicken broth
- Salt and pepper to taste
- Sesame seeds (optional, for garnish)
Instructions
- In a small bowl, whisk together soy sauce, honey, cornstarch, and chicken broth. Set aside.
- Heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat.
- Add sliced chicken, season with salt and pepper, and cook until browned and cooked through. Remove from skillet.
- In the same skillet, add a little more oil if needed, then sauté garlic and ginger for 1 minute.
- Add broccoli and stir-fry for about 4-5 minutes until just tender.
- Return chicken to the skillet, pour in the sauce, and stir well.
- Cook for another 2-3 minutes until the sauce thickens.
- Garnish with sesame seeds if desired. Serve hot.
Notes
You can add other vegetables like bell peppers or snap peas.
Use tamari for a gluten-free version.
Great served over brown rice or quinoa.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Category: Dinner
- Method: Stir-Fry
- Cuisine: Asian-Inspired
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 310
- Sugar: 7g
- Sodium: 540mg