Description
Indulge in this Easy Chicken and Broccoli Recipe, where tender chicken meets crisp broccoli in a savory sauce that bursts with flavor. Perfect for busy weeknights, this dish takes just 30 minutes to prepare, making it an ideal choice for families seeking a healthy yet satisfying meal. With vibrant colors and delicious aromas, it’s sure to become a favorite at your dinner table.
Ingredients
Scale
- 4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts (1.5 lbs)
- 3 cups fresh broccoli florets
- 4 cloves fresh garlic, minced
- 1/4 cup low-sodium soy sauce
- 2 tbsp brown sugar
- 2 tsp sesame oil
- Salt and pepper to taste
- 2 tbsp vegetable oil for cooking
Instructions
- Slice the chicken breasts into bite-sized pieces.
- Heat vegetable oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat. Add the chicken, season with salt and pepper, and sauté until golden brown (about 5-7 minutes).
- Add minced garlic and broccoli to the skillet; cook for another 3-4 minutes until the broccoli is bright green.
- In a small bowl, whisk together soy sauce, brown sugar, and sesame oil. Pour over the chicken-broccoli mixture, stirring well to coat.
- Let everything simmer for an additional 5 minutes until heated through.
- Serve hot over rice or noodles, drizzled with extra sauce if desired.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Main Dish
- Method: Stir-frying
- Cuisine: Asian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 plate (approx. 350g)
- Calories: 420
- Sugar: 6g
- Sodium: 720mg
- Fat: 12g
- Saturated Fat: 2g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 29g
- Fiber: 4g
- Protein: 48g
- Cholesterol: 120mg