Description
Indulge in the vibrant flavors of homemade Chinese Chicken and Broccoli stir fry, a delectable dish that brings your favorite takeout right to your kitchen. This recipe is not only quick to whip up—taking less than 30 minutes—but it’s also a wholesome choice, combining tender chicken with nutrient-rich broccoli in a savory sauce. Ideal for busy weeknights or meal prep, this stir fry is a family-friendly favorite that can be easily customized with additional vegetables or served over rice or noodles. Enjoy an authentic taste of Chinese cuisine without the hassle of dining out.
Ingredients
Scale
- 20 ounces skinless boneless chicken breast
- 1 pound broccoli florets
- 1½ tablespoons minced garlic
- 1½ tablespoons minced ginger
- 3 tablespoons water
- 1 tablespoon Shaoxing cooking apple vinegar
- ½ teaspoon Kosher salt
- ¼ teaspoon baking soda
- 2 tablespoons cornstarch
- ⅔ cup soy sauce (light sodium)
- ⅔ cup water
- 4 tablespoons granulated sugar
- 2½ tablespoons cornstarch
- 1½ teaspoons toasted sesame oil
Instructions
- Marinate sliced chicken in water, Shaoxing vinegar, salt, baking soda, and cornstarch for 10 minutes.
- Whisk together soy sauce, water, sugar, and cornstarch to create the sauce.
- Stir-fry marinated chicken in a hot wok until browned; set aside.
- Sauté minced garlic and ginger before adding broccoli; cook until tender-crisp.
- Combine chicken and broccoli in the wok, pour in the sauce, and heat through for 2-3 minutes.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Stir-frying
- Cuisine: Chinese
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup (250g)
- Calories: 350
- Sugar: 8g
- Sodium: 800mg
- Fat: 7g
- Saturated Fat: 1g
- Unsaturated Fat: 4g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 34g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 40g
- Cholesterol: 100mg