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Quick Chinese Chicken and Broccoli Stir-Fry

A close-up of saucy chicken and broccoli coated in a rich brown glaze and sprinkled with sesame seeds.
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Prepare this quick Chinese chicken and broccoli stir-fry for a satisfying meal ready fast. This recipe focuses on simple steps to achieve authentic flavor for a healthy weeknight dinner.

Ingredients

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  • 1 pound boneless, skinless chicken breast, cut into bite-sized pieces
  • 1 head of fresh broccoli, cut into small florets
  • 2 tablespoons soy sauce (low sodium preferred)
  • 1 tablespoon cornstarch
  • 1 tablespoon vegetable oil
  • 3 cloves garlic, minced
  • 1 teaspoon fresh ginger, grated
  • 1/4 cup chicken broth
  • 2 tablespoons oyster sauce
  • 1 tablespoon brown sugar
  • 1 teaspoon sesame oil
  • Cooked rice, for serving

Instructions

  1. In a bowl, toss the cut chicken breast pieces with 1 tablespoon of soy sauce and the cornstarch. Set aside for 10 minutes.
  2. Bring a pot of water to a boil. Add the broccoli florets and blanch for 2 minutes until bright green and slightly tender. Immediately drain and rinse with cold water to stop cooking. Set aside.
  3. In a small bowl, whisk together the remaining 1 tablespoon of soy sauce, chicken broth, oyster sauce, brown sugar, and sesame oil to create the sauce.
  4. Heat the vegetable oil in a large skillet or wok over medium-high heat. Add the marinated chicken and cook until browned and cooked through, about 5-7 minutes. Remove the chicken from the skillet and set aside.
  5. Add the minced garlic and grated ginger to the same skillet. Cook for about 30 seconds until fragrant.
  6. Return the cooked chicken to the skillet. Add the blanched broccoli florets.
  7. Pour the prepared sauce over the chicken and broccoli. Stir constantly until the sauce thickens and coats everything evenly, about 1-2 minutes.
  8. Remove from heat. Serve your flavorful chicken and broccoli stir-fry immediately over hot, cooked rice.

Notes

  • For an even quicker meal, use pre-cut broccoli florets from the grocery store.
  • If you prefer a sweeter flavor, increase the brown sugar by 1 teaspoon.
  • This dish works well served over noodles instead of rice for a different texture.

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