Description
A delightful stir-fry of tender chicken and vibrant broccoli in a savory soy glaze, perfect for weeknight dinners.
Ingredients
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- ⅓ cup low-sodium soy sauce
- ½ cup low-sodium vegetable broth
- 1 Tablespoon pure maple syrup
- 1 teaspoon sesame oil
- 1 Tablespoon cornstarch
- 2 teaspoons olive oil
- 1 lb boneless skinless chicken breast (thinly sliced)
- ¼ teaspoon kosher salt
- ¼ teaspoon coarse black pepper
- ¾ cup onion (finely chopped)
- 2–3 garlic cloves (finely chopped, about 1 tablespoon)
- 1 teaspoon finely chopped ginger (packed)
- 12 oz broccoli florets (or approximately 3 cups)
- 1 Tablespoon sesame seeds (optional)
Instructions
- Create the Soy Glaze: In a small bowl, whisk together the soy sauce, vegetable broth, maple syrup, sesame oil, and cornstarch until smooth. Set it aside.
- Cook the Chicken: Heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat. Season the sliced chicken with salt and pepper. Once the oil is hot, add the chicken and stir-fry until golden brown and cooked through, approximately 5-7 minutes. Remove from the skillet and set aside.
- Sauté the Aromatics: In the same skillet, add onion, garlic, and ginger. Sauté for about 2-3 minutes until fragrant and the onion becomes translucent.
- Add the Broccoli: Toss in the broccoli florets and stir-fry for an additional 3-4 minutes until they’re bright green and slightly tender.
- Put it All Together: Return the cooked chicken to the skillet. Pour the soy glaze over the chicken and broccoli, stirring to combine. Cook for another 2-3 minutes, allowing the sauce to thicken and coat everything evenly.
- Serve and Garnish: If desired, sprinkle sesame seeds on top for an added crunch. Serve hot over rice or noodles.
Notes
Feel free to make substitutions based on dietary preferences. Serve with jasmine rice or chow mein noodles for best experience.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Stir-Frying
- Cuisine: Chinese
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 400
- Sugar: 5g
- Sodium: 500mg
- Fat: 15g
- Saturated Fat: 2g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 30g
- Fiber: 4g
- Protein: 35g
- Cholesterol: 75mg
Keywords: Chinese, Chicken, Broccoli, Stir-fry, Quick Dinner