Chicken and Broccoli Stir Fry
A quick and flavorful stir fry featuring tender chicken breast and crisp broccoli, all coated in a delightful ginger-soy sauce.
Ingredients
Main Ingredients
- 1 lb chicken breast (diced) Lean and cooks quickly.
- 2 cups broccoli florets Fresh adds color and crunch.
- 1 onion (sliced) Brings depth of flavor.
- 3 cloves garlic (minced) Adds aromatic touch.
- 1 tablespoon ginger (grated) Adds warmth and slight kick.
- 3 tablespoons soy sauce Ties all flavors together.
- 2 tablespoons honey Balances savory flavors.
- 1 tablespoon sesame oil Enhances Asian flavors.
- Salt and pepper to taste Always season to preference.
- Cooked rice or noodles to serve For a complete meal.
Instructions
Preparation
- Start by gathering all your ingredients. Dice the chicken breast into bite-sized pieces and set aside. Chop the broccoli into florets, slice the onion, mince the garlic, and grate the ginger.
Cooking
- In a large skillet or wok, heat the sesame oil over medium-high heat.
- Once the oil is shimmering, add the diced chicken. Cook without stirring for 5-7 minutes until browned.
- Add the sliced onion and broccoli. Stir-fry for another 3-4 minutes until broccoli is tender but crunchy.
- Incorporate minced garlic and grated ginger, cooking for another minute until fragrant.
- Mix soy sauce and honey in a small bowl.
- Pour the soy sauce mixture over the chicken and veggies, stirring well and cooking for an additional 2 minutes.
- Season with salt and pepper according to preference.
- Serve over cooked rice or noodles.
Notes
For extra flavor, add red pepper flakes with garlic and ginger. Feel free to include other veggies like bell peppers or snap peas. Always serve hot for the best experience.
Nutrition
Serving: 1gCalories: 350kcalCarbohydrates: 45gProtein: 30gFat: 10gSaturated Fat: 1.5gSodium: 800mgFiber: 4gSugar: 5g
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