Quick Broccoli and Chicken Stir-Fry Recipe

Name: Quick Broccoli and Chicken Stir-Fry
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 1 each chicken breast halves, boneless, skinless about 8 ounces, cut into bite -size pieces; 2 tablespoons soy sauce, tamari divided; 1 teaspoon sesame oil divided; 1 1/2 teaspoons cornstarch divided; 2 cloves garlic minced; 1/2 inch ginger peeled and minced, divided; 2 tablespoons shaoxing wine or dry sherry, divided; 1 tablespoon brown sugar cut into strips; 1/2 tablespoon oyster sauce; 1 1/2 tablespoon vegetable oil divided; 1 each scallions, spring or green onions sliced; 2 cups broccoli florets; 1/2 each sweet red bell peppers cut into strips; 1 each carrots peeled and sliced into 1/8-inch slices; 1 teaspoon rice vinegar; 1 x red pepper flakes optional

Servings: persons

1 each chicken breast halves, boneless, skinless about 8 ounces, cut into bite -size pieces
2 tablespoons soy sauce, tamari divided
1 teaspoon sesame oil divided
1 1/2 teaspoons cornstarch divided
2 cloves garlic minced
1/2 inch ginger peeled and minced, divided
2 tablespoons shaoxing wine or dry sherry, divided
1 tablespoon brown sugar cut into strips
1/2 tablespoon oyster sauce
1 1/2 tablespoon vegetable oil divided
1 each scallions, spring or green onions sliced
2 cups broccoli florets
1/2 each sweet red bell peppers cut into strips
1 each carrots peeled and sliced into 1/8-inch slices
1 teaspoon rice vinegar
1 x red pepper flakes optional

1
In a medium bowl, add the chicken pieces with 1/2 tablespoon soy sauce, 1/4 teaspoon sesame oil, 1/2 teaspoon cornstarch, a pinch of each minced garlic and ginger, and 1/2 tablespoons of shaoxing wine or sherry.
2
Toss until the chicken pieces are evenly coated.
3
Set aside while you are prepare other vegetables, about 15 minutes.
4
Mix the remaining soy sauce, sesame oil, cornstarch, wine, sugar, oyster sauce, rice vinegar and red pepper flakes if needed in a small bowl, and mix well for later use.
5
Heat 1/2 tablespoon vegetable oil in a large skillet or a wok over medium-heat until hot.
6
Add the chicken, stirring occasionally, and cook for about 6 minutes, or until chicken pieces have been browned.
7
Transfer onto a plate.
8
Set aside.
9
Add the remaining oil into the skillet or pan.
10
Add the remaining garlic, ginger and scallions, stirring often, and cook for about 40 seconds to 1 minute.
11
Stir in the broccoli, bell peppers, and carrots, and cook for about 4 minutes, or until the vegetables start to become tender but still crispy.
12
Return the chicken to the pan, pour the sauce over, and toss until evenly coated and heated through, about 2 minutes.
13
Adjust the seasoning as needed.
14
Serve hot with rice or noodles.

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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.

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 16 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 1 each chicken breast halves, boneless, skinless about 8 ounces, cut into bite -size pieces, 2 tablespoons soy sauce, tamari divided, 1 teaspoon sesame oil divided, 1 1/2 teaspoons cornstarch divided, and more.

Yes, Quick Broccoli and Chicken 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.

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Quick Broccoli and Chicken Stir-Fry

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