Chicken and Broccoli Stir-Fry Recipe

Name: Chicken and Broccoli Stir-Fry
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 1 pound chicken breast (about 2 breasts), cubed; 3 scallions, whites only, thinly sliced on an angle; 2 cloves garlic, minced; 1 -inch piece peeled fresh ginger, minced; 1 tablespoon soy sauce; 2 tablespoons sugar; 1 tablespoon, plus 1 teaspoon cornstarch; 1 1/4 teaspoons salt; 1 tablespoon dry sherry; 1 tablespoon dark sesame oil; 3 tablespoons vegetable oil; 5 to 6 cups broccoli, trimmed sliced stalks and medium florets (separated); 3/4 to 1 teaspoon red chili flakes, optional; 1 tablespoon hoisin sauce; Jasmine rice, for serving

Servings: persons

1 pound chicken breast (about 2 breasts), cubed
3 scallions, whites only, thinly sliced on an angle
2 cloves garlic, minced
1 -inch piece peeled fresh ginger, minced
1 tablespoon soy sauce
2 tablespoons sugar
1 tablespoon, plus 1 teaspoon cornstarch
1 1/4 teaspoons salt
1 tablespoon dry sherry
1 tablespoon dark sesame oil
3 tablespoons vegetable oil
5 to 6 cups broccoli, trimmed sliced stalks and medium florets (separated)
3/4 to 1 teaspoon red chili flakes, optional
1 tablespoon hoisin sauce
Jasmine rice, for serving

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Toss chicken with scallion, half of garlic, half of ginger, soy sauce, sugar, 1 teaspoon cornstarch, 1 teaspoon salt, sherry, and sesame oil in a medium bowl.
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Marinate at room temperature for 15 minutes.
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Mix remaining cornstarch with 1/3 cup water.
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Heat a large nonstick skillet over high heat.
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Add 1 tablespoon oil and heat.
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Add broccoli stems and stir-fry for 30 seconds.
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Add florets, remaining garlic, ginger, and 2 tablespoons water.
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Season with 1/4 teaspoon salt, and pepper.
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Stir-fry until broccoli is bright green but still crisp, about 2 minutes.
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Transfer to a plate.
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Reheat skillet add 2 tablespoon oil and heat.
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Add chicken and chili flakes, if using.
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Stir-fry until chicken begins to brown, about 3 minutes.
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Add hoisin sauce, return broccoli to pan, and toss heat through.
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Stir in reserved cornstarch mixture and bring to a boil until thickened.
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(Add water to thin sauce, if necessary.)
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Season with salt and pepper, if desired.
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Serve over rice.
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Calories: 431
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Total Fat: 16 grams
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Saturated Fat: 2 grams
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Total Carbohydrate: 40 grams
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Protein: 32 grams
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Sodium: 1097 milligrams
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Cholesterol: 66 milligrams
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Fiber: 4 grams

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* Per serving · 4 servings · Values may vary.

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This recipe makes 4 servings. You can adjust the portion size directly on this page.

You need 15 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 1 pound chicken breast (about 2 breasts), cubed, 3 scallions, whites only, thinly sliced on an angle, 2 cloves garlic, minced, 1 -inch piece peeled fresh ginger, minced, and more.

Yes, Chicken and Broccoli Stir-Fry falls under the Meat & Poultry category and is a great choice for this type of meal.

Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3–4 days. Reheat gently before serving.

Chicken and Broccoli Stir-Fry

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