Quick and Healthy Chicken & Broccoli Stir-Fry
This quick and healthy stir-fry features tender chicken and crisp broccoli coated in a savory sauce, perfect for a fast weeknight meal.
Equipment
- Large skillet or wok
- Small bowl
Ingredients
Main Ingredients
- 1 lb chicken breast cut into 1-inch pieces
- 2 cups broccoli florets
- 1 red bell pepper sliced
- 2 cloves garlic minced
- 1 inch fresh ginger grated - optional
Sauce Ingredients
- 2 tablespoons tamari for gluten-free
- 1 tablespoon rice vinegar
- 1 teaspoon sesame oil
- 1 teaspoon cornstarch
Other Ingredients
- 1 cup cooked brown rice for serving
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- Salt and freshly ground black pepper to taste
Optional Garnish
- sesame seeds
- chopped green onions
- lime wedge
Instructions
Preparation
- Pat the chicken dry and season lightly with salt and pepper.
- Whisk together tamari, rice vinegar, sesame oil, and cornstarch in a small bowl to create the sauce.
Cooking
- Heat 1 tablespoon of olive oil in a large skillet or wok over medium-high heat.
- Add chicken to the pan and cook for 3-5 minutes until browned and mostly cooked, then remove and set aside.
- Add the remaining 1 tablespoon of olive oil to the pan, then sauté minced garlic and grated ginger for 30 seconds until fragrant.
- Add broccoli and bell pepper to the pan and stir-fry for 3-5 minutes until tender-crisp.
- Return the cooked chicken to the pan with the vegetables.
- Re-whisk the sauce and pour it over the ingredients, stirring for 1-2 minutes until it thickens and coats everything.
Serving
- Remove from heat and serve immediately over cooked brown rice.
- Garnish with sesame seeds, green onions, or a lime wedge if desired.
Notes
This stir-fry is highly customizable; feel free to add other vegetables like snap peas or carrots. Adjust spice levels by adding a pinch of red pepper flakes with the garlic and ginger. For an extra protein boost, consider adding cashews or peanuts during the last few minutes of cooking.