Healthy Chicken And Broccoli Stir Fry Recipe
This Healthy Chicken and Broccoli Stir Fry is a delicious, easy-to-make dish featuring tender chicken, crisp broccoli, and a flavorful sauce. It's a perfect quick dinner that's low in calories and high in protein, making it a great choice for a balanced diet.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Total Time: 25 minutes
- Yield: 4 servings 1x
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Stir-Fry
- Cuisine: Asian
- Diet: Gluten Free
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 boneless, skinless chicken breasts, sliced
- 3 cups broccoli florets
- 2 tbsp olive oil
- 3 cloves garlic, minced
- 1-inch ginger, grated
- ¼ cup low-sodium soy sauce
- 1 tbsp honey or maple syrup
- 1 tbsp rice vinegar
- 1 tsp sesame oil
- 1 tbsp cornstarch mixed with 2 tbsp water (slurry)
- ½ tsp red pepper flakes (optional)
- 2 tbsp sesame seeds (for garnish)
- 2 green onions, chopped
Instructions
- Heat 1 tbsp olive oil in a pan over medium-high heat. Add chicken slices and cook until browned and fully cooked. Remove and set aside.
- In the same pan, add the remaining oil, garlic, and ginger. Sauté for 30 seconds.
- Add broccoli and cook for 2-3 minutes until slightly tender.
- In a small bowl, mix soy sauce, honey, rice vinegar, sesame oil, and cornstarch slurry. Pour into the pan.
- Return the chicken to the pan and stir everything together until the sauce thickens.
- Sprinkle with sesame seeds and green onions before serving.
Notes
- Serve with brown rice, quinoa, or cauliflower rice for a complete meal.
- Adjust spice level by adding more red pepper flakes.
- Use tamari or coconut aminos for a gluten-free version.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 250
- Sugar: 6g
- Sodium: 500mg