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Best Chicken and Broccoli Recipe

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This Best Chicken and Broccoli Recipe is a quick and flavorful stir-fry with juicy chicken, crisp broccoli, and a savory garlic sauce. It’s healthier than takeout and ready in under 30 minutes—perfect for weeknights.

Ingredients

  • 1 lb boneless, skinless chicken breasts or thighs, thinly sliced
  • 4 cups broccoli florets
  • 3 cloves garlic, minced
  • 1 teaspoon fresh ginger, minced (optional)
  • 2 tablespoons low-sodium soy sauce (for marinating chicken)
  • 1 tablespoon cornstarch (for marinating chicken)
  • 2 tablespoons vegetable, canola, or sesame oil (divided)
  • For the sauce:
  • 1/4 cup low-sodium soy sauce
  • 1/4 cup chicken broth or water
  • 1 tablespoon oyster sauce or hoisin sauce (optional)
  • 1 tablespoon brown sugar or honey
  • 1 tablespoon rice vinegar or apple cider vinegar
  • 1 tablespoon cornstarch
  • 1 teaspoon sesame oil (for finishing)

Instructions

  1. Toss sliced chicken with 2 tablespoons soy sauce and 1 tablespoon cornstarch. Let marinate for 10–15 minutes.
  2. Whisk together all sauce ingredients in a small bowl. Set aside.
  3. Blanch broccoli in boiling water for 2–3 minutes until bright green and slightly tender. Drain and set aside.
  4. Heat 1 tablespoon oil in a large skillet or wok over medium-high heat. Add marinated chicken and stir-fry until cooked through and golden, 5–7 minutes. Remove from pan and set aside.
  5. Add remaining oil to the pan. Sauté garlic (and ginger, if using) for 30 seconds until fragrant.
  6. Return chicken and broccoli to the pan. Pour in the prepared sauce and stir to coat.
  7. Cook for 2–3 minutes, stirring frequently, until the sauce thickens and everything is heated through.
  8. Drizzle with sesame oil. Serve hot over rice or noodles.

Notes

  • Add extra veggies like bell peppers, carrots, or snap peas for variety.
  • Use tofu or shrimp for protein variation.
  • Make it spicy with red pepper flakes or sriracha.
  • For gluten-free, use coconut aminos and gluten-free oyster/hoisin sauce.
  • Arrowroot can replace cornstarch for thickening.

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