Description
This Chinese Chicken and Broccoli Stir Fry is a quick and easy homemade takeout-style dish. Featuring tender chicken, crisp broccoli, and a rich savory sauce, this recipe comes together in just 30 minutes. Perfect for a healthy weeknight dinner, it pairs beautifully with rice or noodles. Plus, it’s customizable—make it gluten-free, low-carb, or extra spicy!
Ingredients
1 lb boneless, skinless chicken breast, thinly sliced
2 cups fresh broccoli florets
2 tablespoons vegetable oil, divided
3 cloves garlic, minced
1 teaspoon fresh ginger, grated
1/4 cup low-sodium soy sauce
2 tablespoons oyster sauce
1 tablespoon rice vinegar
1 tablespoon cornstarch
1/2 cup chicken broth
1 teaspoon sesame oil
1/4 teaspoon red pepper flakes (optional)
Salt and black pepper to taste
Cooked white rice or noodles for serving
Sesame seeds and sliced green onions for garnish (optional)
Instructions
Marinate the Chicken:
- In a bowl, mix 1 tbsp soy sauce, 1 tsp cornstarch, and a pinch of black pepper.
- Add the sliced chicken and marinate for 10 minutes.
Prepare the Sauce:
- In a small bowl, whisk together the remaining soy sauce, oyster sauce, rice vinegar, remaining cornstarch, chicken broth, sesame oil, and red pepper flakes (if using).
Cook the Broccoli:
- Heat 1 tbsp vegetable oil in a large skillet or wok over medium-high heat.
- Stir-fry the broccoli for 3-4 minutes until bright green and slightly tender. Remove from pan.
Cook the Chicken:
- Add the remaining 1 tbsp oil to the same skillet.
- Cook the marinated chicken for 5-6 minutes, stirring frequently until fully cooked.
Add Aromatics:
- Stir in the minced garlic and grated ginger, cooking for about 1 minute until fragrant.
Combine with Broccoli:
- Return the broccoli to the skillet and mix everything together.
Add the Sauce:
- Pour the prepared sauce over the chicken and broccoli.
- Stir for 2-3 minutes until the sauce thickens and evenly coats everything.
Serve:
- Remove from heat and serve over warm white rice or noodles.
- Garnish with sesame seeds and sliced green onions, if desired.
Notes
Spicier Version: Add extra red pepper flakes or drizzle with sriracha.
Gluten-Free: Use tamari instead of soy sauce and a gluten-free oyster sauce.
Vegetable Swap: Use bell peppers, snap peas, or carrots instead of broccoli.
Low-Carb Option: Serve with cauliflower rice or zucchini noodles.
Extra Protein: Add cashews or peanuts for a delicious crunch.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Category: Dinner, Main Course
- Method: Stir-Fry
- Cuisine: Chinese, Asian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 4 servings
- Calories: ~300 kcal per serving
