Description
A delicious and easy-to-make Chicken and Broccoli dish, perfect for weeknight dinners or special occasions. Bursting with flavors and nutrients!
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 lbs boneless skinless chicken breast
- 2 cups steamed broccoli florets
- 1 tbsp rice wine vinegar
- 1 tbsp cold water
- 1 tsp baking soda
- 1 tbsp corn starch
- 2 tbsps sesame oil (for frying)
- 3 small garlic cloves (minced)
- 1 cup chicken broth (low sodium)
- ¼ cup soy sauce
- ¼ cup hoisin
- 1 tbsp Shaoxing wine (optional but recommended)
- ⅛ cup sugar
- 2 tbsp corn starch
- 2 tbsp cold water
Instructions
- Prepare the chicken: Slice the 2 lbs boneless skinless chicken breast into thin strips for optimal cooking and texture.
- Marinate the chicken: In a bowl, mix 1 tbsp rice wine vinegar, 1 tbsp cold water, 1 tsp baking soda, and 1 tbsp corn starch. Add the chicken strips and let them sit for 20 minutes to absorb the flavors.
- Heat 2 tbsps sesame oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat.
- Sear the chicken: Add the marinated chicken to the hot skillet, cooking until browned and cooked through, about 5-7 minutes. Remove the chicken and set aside.
- Add 3 minced garlic cloves to the skillet, stirring for about 30 seconds until fragrant.
- Prepare the sauce: In a mixing bowl, combine 1 cup chicken broth, ¼ cup soy sauce, ¼ cup hoisin, 1 tbsp Shaoxing wine (if using), ⅛ cup sugar, 2 tbsp corn starch, and 2 tbsp cold water. Whisk until smooth.
- Pour the sauce mixture into the skillet with garlic, stirring continuously until the sauce thickens.
- Return the chicken to the skillet along with the 2 cups steamed broccoli florets. Toss everything together until evenly coated in the sauce.
- Serve immediately, enjoying the vibrant colors and aromas of Chicken and Broccoli.
Notes
For best results, marinate the chicken well and avoid overcooking.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Stir Frying
- Cuisine: Chinese
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 425
- Sugar: 6g
- Sodium: 800mg
- Fat: 16g
- Saturated Fat: 2g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 35g
- Fiber: 4g
- Protein: 35g
- Cholesterol: 70mg