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Chicken Broccoli

Chicken Broccoli

The ultimate comfort food, Chicken Broccoli is a must-try! This quick and easy weeknight dinner features tender chicken and vibrant broccoli in a savory sauce. Perfect for busy nights, it's delicious and satisfying!
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Prep Time 5 minutes
Cook Time 5 minutes
Total Time 10 minutes
Servings: 3 servings
Course: Dinner
Cuisine: Asian
Calories: 320
Ingredients Equipment Method Notes

Ingredients
  

  • 1/2 lb chicken breast cut into cubes
  • 1/2 tablespoon cornstarch
  • 1 pinch salt
  • 1/2 lb broccoli florets
  • 2 tablespoons oil
  • 3 cloves garlic minced
  • 1 tablespoon soy sauce
  • 1 tablespoon oyster sauce
  • 1/2 teaspoon sesame oil
  • 1 teaspoon sugar
  • 1 teaspoon cornstarch
  • 1/2 cup water
  • 3 dashes ground white pepper

Equipment

  • Skillet
  • Wooden Spoon
  • Large Pot

Method
 

  1. Marinate the chicken with cornstarch and salt. If the chicken is too dry, add a little water to ensure each piece is nicely coated with the cornstarch.
  2. Heat up a pot of water and bring it to a boil. Cook the broccoli for 1 minute, then drain and set aside.
  3. Heat up a wok or skillet on high heat and add the oil. Once the oil is heated, add the garlic and stir-fry until aromatic or lightly browned.
  4. Add the chicken and give it a few quick stirs. Then, add the sauce and reduce the heat to low.
  5. When the chicken is cooked through, add the broccoli and stir to combine well. Dish out and serve immediately.

Notes

  • Tip 1: To get that juicy, tender chicken, coat it with a little cornstarch and salt before cooking. It locks in moisture and keeps the chicken soft.
  • Tip 2: Blanching the broccoli for just a minute in boiling water helps keep it crisp and vibrant.
  • Tip 3: High heat is key to a great stir fry. It helps sear the chicken and veggies quickly, keeping them juicy and crispy.
  • Tip 4: If you add too much to the pan at once, the ingredients will steam instead of stir-fry.