Description
Chinese Chicken and Broccoli is a flavorful stir-fry that brings together tender chicken and vibrant broccoli in a delicious soy sauce glaze. Perfect for busy weeknights, this dish can be prepared in just 30 minutes, making it an ideal option for quick dinners or casual gatherings. With its rich taste and nutritious ingredients, it’s a family favorite that everyone will love. Customize it with your choice of veggies or proteins to create endless variations.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 lb boneless skinless chicken breast, thinly sliced
- 12 oz broccoli florets
- ¼ cup low-sodium soy sauce
- ½ cup low-sodium vegetable broth
- 1 tablespoon pure maple syrup
- 2 teaspoons olive oil
- ¾ cup onion, finely chopped
- 2–3 garlic cloves, finely chopped
- 1 teaspoon finely chopped ginger
- 1 teaspoon sesame oil
- 1 tablespoon cornstarch
Instructions
- In a bowl, whisk together soy sauce, vegetable broth, maple syrup, sesame oil, and cornstarch. Set aside.
- Heat olive oil in a large skillet or wok over medium-high heat. Add chicken seasoned with salt and pepper; stir-fry until cooked through (about 5-7 minutes). Remove and set aside.
- In the same skillet, sauté onions, garlic, and ginger for 2-3 minutes until fragrant.
- Add broccoli and stir-fry for another 5-6 minutes until bright green but still crisp.
- Return chicken to the skillet and pour the sauce over everything. Stir to combine and cook for an additional 2-3 minutes until the sauce thickens slightly.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Stir-Frying
- Cuisine: Chinese
Nutrition
- Serving Size: Approximately 1 cup (250g)
- Calories: 320
- Sugar: 6g
- Sodium: 670mg
- Fat: 8g
- Saturated Fat: 1g
- Unsaturated Fat: 6g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 23g
- Fiber: 4g
- Protein: 38g
- Cholesterol: 70mg