Chicken and Broccoli
Indulge in a quick and satisfying Chicken and Broccoli dish that combines tender chicken, vibrant broccoli, and aromatic garlic for a delightful meal. Perfect for busy weeknights, this recipe is not only easy to prepare but also customizable to fit your pantry ingredients. Serve it over rice or quinoa for a wholesome dining experience that the whole family will love.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Total Time: 25 minutes
- Yield: Serves 4
- Category: Main
- Method: Sautéing
- Cuisine: American
Ingredients
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- 4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts (about 1.5 lbs)
- 2 cups fresh broccoli florets
- 3 cloves garlic, minced
- 1-inch piece of fresh ginger, grated
- 4 tbsp low-sodium soy sauce
- 2 tsp sesame oil
- Cooked rice or quinoa for serving
Instructions
- Prep the ingredients: Wash broccoli thoroughly and cut it into bite-sized florets. Slice chicken into strips.
- Sauté aromatics: Heat a splash of oil in a large skillet over medium heat. Add minced garlic and grated ginger; cook for about 30 seconds until fragrant.
- Cook chicken: Add chicken pieces to the skillet, stirring occasionally until golden brown and cooked through (about 5-7 minutes). Season lightly with salt and pepper.
- Add broccoli: Toss in broccoli florets with a splash of water to create steam. Cover the skillet for 3-4 minutes until broccoli is bright green and tender-crisp.
- Create sauce: In a small bowl, mix soy sauce and sesame oil. Pour over chicken and broccoli; stir well to combine.
- Serve: Enjoy hot over rice or quinoa.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup (approximately 250g)
- Calories: 320
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 600mg
- Fat: 9g
- Saturated Fat: 1g
- Unsaturated Fat: 7g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 36g
- Fiber: 4g
- Protein: 28g
- Cholesterol: 70mg