Description
Indulge in the classic flavors of Chinese takeout with this easy Chicken and Broccoli recipe. In just 25 minutes, you can prepare juicy chicken and crisp broccoli tossed in a rich brown sauce that captures the essence of your favorite restaurant dish. This recipe is perfect for busy weeknights or special occasions, offering a delightful meal that’s both satisfying and nutritious. With customizable ingredients, you can easily adjust the flavors to suit your preferences while enjoying a healthy dose of protein and vibrant vegetables. Bring restaurant-quality taste into your kitchen and impress your family and friends with this quick stir-fry!
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 lb boneless skinless chicken breast or thigh
- 1 head broccoli, chopped into florets
- 3 tablespoons oyster sauce
- 2 tablespoons Shaoxing wine or dry sherry
- 4 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 tablespoon peanut oil
Instructions
- Slice chicken thinly against the grain and marinate with Shaoxing wine, salt, and cornstarch for 10 minutes.
- Combine oyster sauce, Shaoxing wine, dark soy sauce, chicken stock, sugar, cornstarch, and salt in a bowl to prepare the sauce.
- Steam broccoli for about 50 seconds until just tender; set aside.
- Heat peanut oil in a nonstick skillet over medium-high heat; cook marinated chicken until lightly browned.
- Add minced garlic and ginger; stir until fragrant.
- Return broccoli to the skillet, pour in the prepared sauce, and cook until thickened.
- Serve hot over steamed rice or noodles.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Stir-frying
- Cuisine: Chinese
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup (240g)
- Calories: 320
- Sugar: 6g
- Sodium: 720mg
- Fat: 10g
- Saturated Fat: 2g
- Unsaturated Fat: 6g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 25g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 30g
- Cholesterol: 80mg