Chicken and Broccoli Stir Fry
- maryamsettle
- Oct 5, 2024
- 2 min read
Looking for a meal that's not only healthy but also quick and easy to whip up? This Chicken and Broccoli Stir-Fry has been a staple in our family for years, and it never disappoints! Packed with tender chicken, fresh broccoli, and a savory sauce, this dish is perfect for busy weeknights when you want something delicious without spending hours in the kitchen. Whether you're new to stir-frying or a seasoned pro, this simple recipe is sure to become one of your go-to meals!
Ingredients:
2-3 Pounds boneless, skinless chicken breasts cut into bite size pieces.
8 Cloves of garlic, minced
1 Thumb size piece of fresh ginger minced or 1 tablespoon of ground ginger
Oil for cooking ( I use peanut)
1 Teaspoon sesame oil ( optional)
1 Cup chicken broth, divided
6 Tablespoons soy sauce
2 Tablespoon sugar
3-4 cups( or as much or as little as you choose) of broccoli or veggies of your choice
4 Tablespoons of cornstarch
1 Tablespoon of sriracha ( optional if you like some spice, omit if you don't)
Sesame seeds for garnish ( optional)
Salt and Pepper to taste
Directions:
Combine chicken, garlic, ginger, and a little salt and pepper.
Let it sit while you prepare your pan.
Lightly coat the bottom of a large pan with the cooking oil of your choice .
Heat oil over medium heat
Add chicken spreading it out evenly over the pan and then leave it for two minutes.
After two minutes stir chicken and continue cooking until no longer pink.
Add chicken broth, soy sauce, sugar, peanut oil and sriracha if using.
Stir in ingredients, cover and simmer for 5 minutes over medium-low heat.
Add veggies of your choice and cook 5 more minutes or until veggies are softened to preference.
Mix remaining 1/4 cup of broth with cornstarch and add it to the chicken and veggies
Mix it in and simmer for another couple minutes until sauce has thickened.
Garnish with sesame seeds, green onions or fresh herbs and serve with rice or noodles.
Enjoy!
Watch the step-by-step on my instagram page at the link below:
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