Description
Chicken and Broccoli is a quick and nutritious stir-fry that brings together tender chicken and vibrant broccoli for a satisfying meal. Perfect for busy weeknights, this dish is not only packed with flavor but also easy to prepare. With just a few simple ingredients, you can whip up a delicious dinner in no time. Whether enjoyed at family gatherings or casual get-togethers, Chicken and Broccoli is sure to impress everyone at the table.
Ingredients
Scale
- 3–4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts (about 1 lb)
- 2 cups fresh broccoli florets
- 3 cloves garlic (minced)
- ¼ cup low-sodium soy sauce
- 1 tbsp olive oil
- 2 tsp cornstarch
- 1 tbsp sesame seeds for garnish (optional)
Instructions
- Prep your ingredients by washing and cutting the broccoli into bite-sized florets. Slice the chicken into thin strips.
- Marinate the chicken in a bowl with soy sauce, minced garlic, and cornstarch for about 15 minutes.
- Heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat. Add marinated chicken and cook until golden brown, about 4 minutes.
- Add broccoli florets to the skillet and stir-fry for another 5 minutes until vibrant green yet crisp.
- Pour any remaining marinade into the skillet. Stir everything together for an additional 2 minutes until well-coated and sauce thickens.
- Serve hot, garnished with sesame seeds if desired.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 10 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Stir-frying
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup (250g)
- Calories: 290
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 720mg
- Fat: 9g
- Saturated Fat: 1g
- Unsaturated Fat: 7g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 14g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 38g
- Cholesterol: 90mg