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Chinese Chicken and Broccoli

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A quick and delicious stir-fry perfect for busy weeknights, combining tender chicken, vivid broccoli, and a savory sauce.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 15 minutes
Total Time 30 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Dinner, Main Course
Cuisine: Chinese
Calories: 450
Ingredients Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Chicken
  • 20 ounces skinless boneless chicken breast, cut into ¼ inch slices (about 2 chicken breasts)
  • 3 tablespoons water
  • 1 tablespoon Shaoxing cooking wine for depth of flavor
  • ½ teaspoon kosher salt use less if using fine salt
  • ¼ teaspoon baking soda optional, for tenderness
  • 2 tablespoons cornstarch
For Cooking
  • 1 tablespoon neutral oil (like canola or vegetable oil)
For the Sauce
  • ⅔ cup light sodium soy sauce
  • ⅔ cup water
  • 4 tablespoons granulated sugar
  • 2½ tablespoons cornstarch
  • 1½ teaspoons toasted sesame oil adds a lovely nutty flavor
For the Vegetables
  • 1 pound broccoli, cut into florets (about 1 crown)
  • 1½ tablespoons garlic, minced (about 4 cloves)
  • 1½ tablespoons ginger, minced (about a 1½ inch knob)

Method
 

Preparation
  1. In a bowl, combine the chicken slices, water, Shaoxing cooking wine, kosher salt, baking soda, and 2 tablespoons of cornstarch. Mix well and let it marinate for about 15 minutes.
  2. In another bowl, whisk together the soy sauce, water, sugar, and 2½ tablespoons of cornstarch to create a thick sauce.
Cooking
  1. Heat the oil in a large skillet or wok over medium-high heat. Add marinated chicken and cook until golden brown and cooked through, roughly 5-7 minutes. Remove the chicken and set aside.
  2. Add the broccoli florets to the pan and stir-fry for about 3-4 minutes until just tender. Stir in the garlic and ginger and cook for another minute.
  3. Return the chicken to the skillet and pour the sauce over. Cook for a few more minutes until the sauce thickens and coats the chicken and broccoli. Drizzle with toasted sesame oil before serving.

Nutrition

Serving: 1gCalories: 450kcalCarbohydrates: 40gProtein: 30gFat: 15gSaturated Fat: 2gSodium: 900mgFiber: 4gSugar: 8g

Notes

Serve over warm jasmine rice or steamed white rice. Add sliced green onions or sesame seeds for an extra pop of flavor. If you have leftovers, store in an airtight container in the fridge for up to three days. Reheat on the stovetop over medium heat.
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