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Chinese Chicken and Broccoli Recipe

Savory Chinese Chicken and Broccoli Recipe for Quick Dinners

Chinese Chicken and Broccoli Recipe is a quick and nutritious meal perfect for busy weeknights.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 15 minutes
Total Time 30 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Dinner
Cuisine: Chinese
Calories: 300
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Chicken
  • 1 pound boneless, skinless chicken breast
For the Vegetables
  • 2 cups broccoli florets
For the Sauce
  • 1/4 cup soy sauce or tamari for gluten-free
  • 2-3 cloves garlic minced
  • 1 inch ginger minced
  • 2 tablespoons sesame oil optional
  • 2 teaspoons cornstarch
  • 1/2 cup chicken broth or water low-sodium preferred

Equipment

  • Skillet or Wok

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions
  1. Begin by washing and cutting the chicken breast into bite-sized pieces. Chop the broccoli into florets.
  2. Heat sesame oil in a skillet over medium-high heat until shimmering. Add chicken pieces and sauté for about 7-10 minutes until browned.
  3. Add minced garlic, ginger, and broccoli to the skillet. Sauté for about 3-4 minutes.
  4. In a bowl, whisk together soy sauce, chicken broth, and cornstarch. Pour over chicken and broccoli, stirring to coat.
  5. Reduce heat to low and let simmer for 2-3 minutes, stirring occasionally until the sauce thickens.
  6. Serve hot, pairing it with steamed rice.

Nutrition

Serving: 1servingCalories: 300kcalCarbohydrates: 20gProtein: 30gFat: 10gSaturated Fat: 1.5gPolyunsaturated Fat: 2gMonounsaturated Fat: 5gCholesterol: 70mgSodium: 800mgPotassium: 600mgFiber: 4gSugar: 3gVitamin A: 500IUVitamin C: 80mgCalcium: 80mgIron: 2mg

Notes

Marinate chicken for at least 30 minutes for deeper flavor. Avoid overcooking broccoli for best texture.

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