Eating healthy and building strong muscles doesn’t have to be hard. This super simple chicken and broccoli stir-fry recipe is packed with protein and fresh veggies, making it perfect for anyone looking for a quick and delicious meal. It’s easy to make, full of flavor, and will keep you feeling full and energized. Let’s get cooking!
Ingredients Needed
- 1 pound boneless, skinless chicken breast, cut into bite-sized pieces
- 3 cups fresh broccoli florets
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 inch ginger, grated (optional)
- 1/4 cup low-sodium soy sauce (or tamari for gluten-free)
- 1 tablespoon honey or maple syrup
- 1 teaspoon cornstarch
- 1/4 cup water or chicken broth
- Salt and black pepper to taste
- Cooked brown rice or quinoa for serving (optional)
Step By Step Making
- First, cut your chicken breast into small, even pieces. Season with a little salt and pepper.
- In a small bowl, whisk together the soy sauce, honey (or maple syrup), cornstarch, and water (or chicken broth). This is your stir-fry sauce.
- Heat the olive oil in a large pan or wok over medium-high heat.
- Add the chicken pieces to the hot pan and cook until they are browned on all sides and mostly cooked through, about 5 to 7 minutes. Remove the chicken from the pan and set it aside.
- Add the minced garlic and grated ginger (if using) to the same pan and cook for about 30 seconds until fragrant.
- Add the broccoli florets to the pan. You can add a tablespoon or two of water and cover the pan for a few minutes to steam the broccoli slightly, making it tender-crisp.
- Return the cooked chicken to the pan with the broccoli.
- Give your stir-fry sauce a quick whisk again, then pour it over the chicken and broccoli.
- Stir everything together well, making sure the sauce coats all the ingredients. Cook for another 2 to 3 minutes, or until the sauce thickens and glazes the chicken and vegetables.
- Taste and add more salt or pepper if needed.
- Serve immediately, perhaps over a bed of brown rice or quinoa for a complete meal.