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Chinese Chicken and Broccoli

High-protein stir fry with tender chicken, crisp broccoli, and a glossy ginger garlic soy glaze.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 20 minutes
Total Time 30 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Dinner
Cuisine: American-Chinese
Calories: 246
Ingredients Method Notes

Ingredients
  

Ingredients
  • 1/3 cup low-sodium soy sauce
  • 1/2 cup low-sodium vegetable broth
  • 1 tablespoon pure maple syrup
  • 1 teaspoon sesame oil
  • 1 tablespoon cornstarch
  • 2 teaspoons olive oil
  • 1 lb boneless skinless chicken breast thinly sliced
  • 1/4 teaspoon kosher salt
  • 1/4 teaspoon coarse black pepper
  • 3/4 cup onion finely chopped
  • 3 garlic cloves finely chopped
  • 1 teaspoon finely chopped ginger packed
  • 12 oz broccoli florets
  • 1 tablespoon sesame seeds optional

Method
 

  1. In a microwave-safe bowl, combine vegetable broth, soy sauce, sesame oil, and maple syrup; microwave for 1 minute. Whisk in cornstarch until smooth; set aside.
  2. Heat a large skillet over medium-high heat. Add olive oil and swirl to coat.
  3. Add chicken in a single layer, season with salt and pepper, and cook until mostly opaque, stirring once or twice; transfer chicken to a plate.
  4. Add onion, garlic, and ginger to the skillet and stir-fry until fragrant.
  5. Pour in the warm sauce and cook, stirring, until thick and glossy.
  6. Add broccoli and the cooked chicken; stir-fry until broccoli turns bright green and reaches your desired tenderness.
  7. Sprinkle with sesame seeds if using and serve hot.

Notes

- Keep the skillet hot and the chicken in a single layer to sear instead of steam.
- If the glaze thickens too fast, stir in 1 to 2 tablespoons vegetable broth; if it stays thin, simmer 1 minute longer.