Chicken Broccoli Stir Fry Recipe
Ingredients
- 1 lb chicken breast
cut into 3/4" pieces), (boneless skinless
- 2 Tbsp cooking oil
divided), (I used extra light olive oil
- 1 lb broccoli)
cut into florets (about 5 cups
- 1 small yellow onion
sliced into strips
- 1/2 lb white button mushrooms
thickly sliced
- 2/3 cup low sodium chicken broth
- or added to taste), (use Tamari for gluten free3 Tbsp low sodium soy sauce
- packed (or honey to taste2 Tbsp light brown sugar)
- 1 Tbsp corn starch
- 1 Tbsp sesame oil
- 1 tsp fresh ginger)
peeled and grated (lightly packed
- 1 tsp garlic
2 small cloves
- 1/4 tsp black pepper
plus more to season chicken
Directions
- 1
In a small bowl, combine all of the sauce ingredients and whisk to dissolve sugar and corn starch (warm broth will help dissolve the sugar faster). Set sauce aside.
- 2
Cut chicken into small bite-sized pieces (no more than 3/4” thick) and season lightly with pepper. Heat a large heavy skillet or wok over medium-high heat. Add 1 Tbsp oil. Add chicken in a single layer and let it sit undisturbed for 1 minute to get a good sear then stir fry for another 5 minutes or until golden brown just cooked through then remove to a bowl and loosely cover to keep warm.
- 3
In the same skillet, add another 1 Tbsp oil along with broccoli florets, sliced onion and sliced mushrooms. Stir fry 3 minutes or until mushrooms are softened and broccoli is crisp-tender then reduce heat to medium/low.
- 4
Give the sauce a quick stir in case there was any settling of starch and pour all of it over the vegetables. Simmer 3-4 minutes or until sauce is thickened and garlic and ginger are mellowed in flavor. To thin the sauce, add water a tablespoon at a time.
- 5
Return chicken to the pan and stir another 30 seconds or until heated through. Add more soy sauce to taste if needed and serve over hot rice.
Chicken Broccoli Stir Fry Recipe
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Searching for a weeknight dinner that’s both quick and incredibly flavorful? This Chicken Broccoli Stir Fry delivers a restaurant-quality meal right in your own kitchen. It’s the perfect answer for when you crave something satisfying, savory, and fresh. What makes this recipe stand out is its perfectly "saucy" texture, designed to coat every piece of tender chicken and crisp broccoli, making it absolutely ideal for serving over hot, fluffy white rice. The key is its efficient flow, moving fast once you've prepped, ensuring you get a fresh, vibrant meal without the wait. Prepare for a symphony of flavors and textures: succulent pieces of chicken breast nestled alongside vibrant, crisp-tender broccoli florets, earthy mushrooms, and sweet caramelized onion. Each bite is enveloped in a rich, savory sauce with balanced notes of soy, a touch of sweetness from brown sugar or honey, and aromatic hints of fresh ginger and garlic. It’s a comforting yet exciting dish that’s easy to love, bringing the dynamic flavors of a classic stir fry right to your table. The prep is the most crucial part, setting you up for a smooth cooking experience, and the reward is a truly satisfying meal. This versatile stir fry welcomes your personal touch. For a naturally gluten-free option, simply use Tamari in place of regular low sodium soy sauce. If you're out of brown sugar, honey makes a great substitute, offering a similar depth of sweetness. Feel free to experiment with other quick-cooking vegetables you have on hand, such as bell peppers or snap peas, to complement the chicken and broccoli. This Chicken Broccoli Stir Fry is the ultimate satisfying weeknight dinner, especially when spooned generously over a bed of warm white rice. It’s a complete meal that feels special enough for guests but is quick enough for any busy evening.