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Chicken and Broccoli Stir Fry

Chicken and Broccoli Stir Fry Recipe

A quick and healthy chicken and broccoli stir fry made with tender chicken, crisp broccoli, and a savory sauce—perfect for busy weeknights.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 15 minutes
Total Time 25 minutes
Servings: 4
Calories: 330
Ingredients Method Notes

Ingredients
  

  • For the Stir Fry
  • 1 lb boneless skinless chicken breast, thinly sliced
  • 3 cups broccoli florets
  • 2 tbsp neutral cooking oil
  • ¼ tsp salt
  • ¼ tsp black pepper
  • For the Stir Fry Sauce
  • ¼ cup soy sauce
  • 2 cloves garlic minced
  • 1 tsp fresh ginger grated (optional)
  • ½ cup chicken broth or water
  • 1 tbsp cornstarch
  • 1 tsp sesame oil

Method
 

  1. Season sliced chicken lightly with salt and black pepper.
  2. Heat 1 tablespoon oil in a wok or large skillet over medium-high heat. Add chicken and cook until lightly golden and cooked through. Remove and set aside.
  3. Add remaining oil to the pan and stir fry broccoli for 3–4 minutes until bright green and just tender.
  4. In a small bowl, whisk together soy sauce, garlic, ginger, chicken broth, cornstarch, and sesame oil.
  5. Return chicken to the pan, pour in the sauce, and cook while stirring until the sauce thickens and coats everything evenly.
  6. Serve immediately.

Notes

  • Slice chicken evenly for fast cooking
  • Do not overcook broccoli to keep it crisp
  • Stir sauce before adding to pan
  • Serve with rice or noodles