Easy Chicken with Broccoli Recipe

Name: Easy Chicken with Broccoli
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 1 1/2 boneless, skinless chicken breasts, cut in to bite-sized pieces; 1 lb fresh broccoli florets; 3 tbsp vegetable oil; 1/2 tsp baking soda; 1 tsp sugar; 1 tbsp cornstarch; 1 tbsp low-sodium soy sauce; 1 tbsp water; 2 tbsp vegetable oil; 1/4 cup + 1 Tbsp low-sodium soy sauce; 2 tbsp brown sugar; 2 tbsp flour; 4 clove garlic, minced; 2 tbsp rice vinegar; 1/2 tsp red pepper flakes

Servings: persons

1 1/2 boneless, skinless chicken breasts, cut in to bite-sized pieces
1 lb fresh broccoli florets
3 tbsp vegetable oil
1/2 tsp baking soda
1 tsp sugar
1 tbsp cornstarch
1 tbsp low-sodium soy sauce
1 tbsp water
2 tbsp vegetable oil
1/4 cup + 1 Tbsp low-sodium soy sauce
2 tbsp brown sugar
2 tbsp flour
4 clove garlic, minced
2 tbsp rice vinegar
1/2 tsp red pepper flakes

1
Whisk together the marinade ingredients (baking soda, sugar, soy sauce, water, and vegetable oil) in a bowl.
2
Toss the chicken into the marinade to coat.
3
Set aside.
4
In a separate bowl, stir together sauce ingredients (soy sauce, brown sugar, garlic, flour, rice vinegar, and red pepper flakes).
5
Set aside.
6
Heat 2 tbsp vegetable oil over high heat.
7
Add broccoli and saute for 2-3 minutes.
8
Transfer broccoli to a plate.
9
Reduce heat to medium-high and add the remaining tbsp of oil.
10
Add the marinated chicken and half of the sauce mixture and saute until the chicken is cooked through and no longer pink.
11
Stir in the broccoli and the remaining sauce.
12
Cook for another minute or two to thicken sauce.
13
Serve with white or brown rice.
14
NOTE: Beef can be used instead of chicken.
15
Just cover and marinade in the refrigerator for at least an hour to make the beef tender.

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* Per serving · 4 servings · Values may vary.

Tips for the best results

Read through all the steps once before you start and measure out your ingredients first — it makes everything go more smoothly.
Taste as you go and adjust the seasoning before serving.
Avoid overcrowding the pan — cook in batches if needed for the best texture.
Let the dish rest for a few minutes before serving so the flavors settle.
Store leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge and enjoy within a few days.

Variations & substitutions

Brown sugar instead of white sugar adds a deeper, more caramel-like flavor.
A good 1:1 gluten-free flour blend works well if you need a gluten-free version.

No specific allergen information. Please check the ingredient list for possible allergens.

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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 1/2 boneless, skinless chicken breasts, cut in to bite-sized pieces, 1 lb fresh broccoli florets, 3 tbsp vegetable oil, 1/2 tsp baking soda, and more.

Yes, Easy Chicken with Broccoli 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.

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Easy Chicken with Broccoli

Tips for the best results

Variations & substitutions

My Personal Notes

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