Description
A fast and healthy stir fry featuring tender chicken breast and crisp broccoli florets coated in a savory, glossy ginger-garlic sauce.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1.5 lbs boneless skinless chicken breast, sliced into thin strips
- 4 cups fresh broccoli florets
- 1/4 cup soy sauce
- 2 tablespoons brown sugar
- 1 tablespoon cornstarch (divided)
- 3 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 tablespoon fresh ginger, grated
- 2 tablespoons vegetable oil
- 1 teaspoon toasted sesame oil
- Salt and black pepper to taste
Instructions
- In a small bowl, whisk together soy sauce, brown sugar, 1 tablespoon of cornstarch, minced garlic, and grated ginger until smooth.
- Season chicken strips with salt and pepper, then toss with the remaining 1 tablespoon of cornstarch until lightly coated.
- Heat 2 tablespoons of vegetable oil in a large skillet or wok over medium-high heat.
- Add chicken in a single layer and sear for 3-4 minutes per side until golden brown and cooked through. Remove chicken from the pan and set aside.
- In the same pan, add broccoli florets and 2 tablespoons of water. Stir-fry for 2-3 minutes until bright green and tender-crisp.
- Return the cooked chicken to the pan and pour the sauce mixture over the top.
- Stir constantly for 1-2 minutes until the sauce thickens into a glossy glaze that coats the chicken and broccoli.
- Remove from heat and stir in the toasted sesame oil before serving.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Category: Dinner
- Method: Stir Fry
- Cuisine: Asian-inspired