Chicken and Broccoli Stir Fry Recipe
A quick, flavorful stir-fry with tender chicken, vibrant broccoli, and a rich, savory sauce. It’s simple, delicious, and way better than takeout.
Ingredients
For the Chicken:
- 1 lb boneless skinless chicken breast (thinly sliced)
- 1 teaspoon soy sauce
- ½ teaspoon black pepper
- 1 teaspoon cornstarch
For the Sauce:
- ¼ cup soy sauce
- 1 tablespoon oyster sauce
- 1 tablespoon honey
- 1 teaspoon sesame oil
- 2 teaspoons cornstarch
- ¼ teaspoon red pepper flakes optional
- ½ cup chicken broth
For the Stir-Fry:
- 2 tablespoons vegetable oil
- 3 garlic cloves minced
- 1 teaspoon grated ginger
- 3 cups broccoli florets
- ½ teaspoon salt
- 1 tablespoon water
Instructions
- Marinate the Chicken: In a bowl, mix chicken slices with soy sauce, black pepper, and cornstarch. Let it sit for 5 minutes.
- Make the Sauce: In another bowl, whisk together soy sauce, oyster sauce, honey, sesame oil, cornstarch, red pepper flakes, and chicken broth.
- Cook the Chicken: Heat 1 tablespoon oil in a skillet over medium-high heat. Sear the chicken for 4–5 minutes until golden. Remove and set aside.
- Sauté the Aromatics: Add the remaining oil, then toss in garlic and ginger. Stir for 30 seconds until fragrant.
- Cook the Broccoli: Add broccoli, salt, and 1 tablespoon water. Cover and steam for 2 minutes.
- Combine Everything: Return the chicken to the skillet. Pour in the sauce and stir. Cook for 3 minutes until thickened.
- Serve Hot: Plate it over rice or noodles. Enjoy without chopsticks snapping in frustration.
Notes
Nutritional Information (Per Serving)
- Calories: ~280
- Total Fat: 9g
- Saturated Fat: 1.5g
- Carbohydrates: 22g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 32g
Vitamins & Minerals (Per Serving)
- Vitamin A: 15%
- Vitamin C: 80%
- Iron: 10%
- Potassium: 14%
- Magnesium: 8%
Extra Tips for Maximum Flavor
- Slice the chicken thinly. It cooks faster and stays juicy.
- Don’t skip the cornstarch. It helps the sauce cling to everything.
- Use high heat. A weak stir-fry is just sad boiled food.
- Blanch the broccoli first. This keeps it vibrant and crisp.
- Serve fresh. Leftovers work, but fresh stir-fry always wins.