Description
Looking for the perfect weeknight dinner that combines healthy ingredients with bold flavors? Our Chinese chicken broccoli recipe brings together tender chicken pieces and crisp broccoli florets in a savory-sweet sauce that will transform your dinner table into a restaurant-quality experience. This classic Chinese chicken broccoli dish has been perfected to deliver authentic taste while being incredibly simple to prepare. Whether you’re a seasoned home cook or just starting your culinary adventures, this recipe offers the perfect balance of nutrition and taste that will have your family requesting it again and again.
Ingredients
- 1/2 cuplow-sodium chicken broth
- 1/3 cupreduced-sodium soy sauce
- 3 cloves garlic, finely chopped
- 3 Tbsp of honey
- 2 Tbsp of cornstarch
- 1 Tbsp of finely grated peeled ginger
- 2 tsp of toasted sesame oil
- 1 Tbsp of neutral oil
- 1 lb of boneless, skinless chicken thighs or breasts, cut into 1/2” pieces
- 2 medium heads broccoli, cut into bite-sized florets
- Cooked brown or white rice and toasted sesame seeds, for serving
Instructions
- Step 1 : In a small bowl, whisk broth, soy sauce, garlic, honey, cornstarch, ginger, and sesame oil until cornstarch is dissolved.
- Step 2 : In a large skillet or wok over high heat, heat neutral oil. Cook chicken, undisturbed, until it easily releases from pan, 1 to 2 minutes. Stir and continue to cook, stirring occasionally, until golden brown on all sides and just cooked through, about 5 minutes more. Transfer to a plate.
- Step 3 : In same skillet over medium-low heat, toss broccoli in broth mixture. Cover skillet and let broccoli steam until crisp-tender, 2 to 3 minutes.
- Step 4 : Uncover and return chicken and any accumulated juices to skillet. Cook, stirring, until sauce is thickened and chicken and broccoli are well coated, 1 to 2 minutes more.
- Step 5 : Divide rice among plates or bowls. Spoon stir-fry over. Top with sesame seeds.
Notes
Slice chicken against the grain for the most tender results, especially when using chicken breast For extra flavor, marinate the chicken in a tablespoon of soy sauce and a teaspoon of cornstarch for 15 minutes before cooking Blanch the broccoli for 30 seconds in boiling water then shock in ice water before stir-frying for perfect texture and vibrant color Toast sesame seeds in a dry pan until golden for enhanced nutty flavor before using as garnish Keep your wok or skillet very hot when first adding the chicken to achieve the best sear and caramelization
- Prep Time: 5 mins
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Sautéing
- Cuisine: Chinese
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 300
- Sugar: 5g
- Sodium: 400mg
- Fat: 15g
- Saturated Fat: 5g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 30g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 12g
- Cholesterol: 30mg
Keywords: chinese chicken broccoli