Description
Savory Chinese chicken and broccoli brings classic takeout flavors straight to your kitchen. Ginger-garlic sauce and tender chicken with crisp broccoli create a quick, satisfying meal you can easily master at home.
Ingredients
Scale
Main Ingredients:
- 1 lb (454 g) boneless, skinless chicken breast, thinly sliced
- 12 ounces (340 g) broccoli florets (about 3 cups)
- ¾ cup (120 g) onion, finely chopped
- 2–3 garlic cloves, finely chopped (about 1 tablespoon)
Sauce and Seasoning Ingredients:
- ⅓ cup (80 ml) low-sodium soy sauce
- ½ cup (120 ml) low-sodium vegetable broth
- 1 tablespoon pure maple syrup
- 1 tablespoon corn starch
- 1 teaspoon sesame oil
- 1 teaspoon finely chopped ginger, packed
- ¼ teaspoon kosher salt
- ¼ teaspoon coarse black pepper
- 2 teaspoons olive oil
Garnish:
- 1 tablespoon sesame seeds (optional)
Instructions
- Craft the signature soy glaze by blending vegetable broth, soy sauce, sesame oil, and maple syrup in a microwave-safe container, heating until warm and whisking in corn starch for a silky, glossy consistency.
- Select a spacious skillet and warm it over medium-high heat, applying a thin layer of olive oil to prevent sticking. Season chicken pieces with kosher salt and arrange them evenly, cooking until each side develops a golden-brown crust, then transfer to a separate plate.
- Utilize the same skillet, replenishing oil if necessary, and gently sauté diced onions, minced garlic, and freshly grated ginger, releasing their aromatic essence for approximately 1-2 minutes.
- Stream the prepared soy glaze into the skillet with sautéed aromatics, allowing the mixture to gently simmer and thicken. Reintroduce the cooked chicken and vibrant broccoli florets, thoroughly coating each ingredient in the glossy sauce.
- Continue stir-frying the chicken and broccoli for 3-4 minutes, ensuring the broccoli maintains a tender-crisp texture while absorbing the rich, savory glaze.
- Present the completed dish atop a bed of steamed rice or quinoa, garnishing with a sprinkle of toasted sesame seeds to enhance both visual appeal and flavor complexity.
Notes
- Unlock a quick, restaurant-style meal bursting with Asian-inspired flavors right in your kitchen.
- Master the art of creating a silky soy glaze that transforms simple ingredients into a mouthwatering dish.
- Perfectly balance tender chicken, crisp broccoli, and aromatic seasonings for a weeknight dinner that’ll impress everyone at the table.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Category: Dinner, Lunch
- Method: Sautéing
- Cuisine: Chinese
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 4
- Calories: 290
- Sugar: 3 g
- Sodium: 600 mg
- Fat: 8 g
- Saturated Fat: 1 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 7 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 21 g
- Fiber: 5 g
- Protein: 30 g
- Cholesterol: 70 mg