Chinese Chicken and Broccoli Stir-Fry Recipe
This Chinese Chicken and Broccoli recipe is a flavorful and healthy stir-fry featuring tender chicken strips and crisp broccoli florets coated in a savory sauce made with soy and oyster sauce. Quick to prepare and cook, this dish is perfect for a satisfying weeknight dinner served over steamed rice.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Total Time: 30 minutes
- Yield: 4 servings 1x
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: Chinese
Ingredients
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Chicken and Marinade
- 1 lb boneless, skinless chicken breasts, sliced into thin strips
- 1/4 cup low-sodium soy sauce
- 2 tablespoons oyster sauce
Vegetables and Aromatics
- 2 cups broccoli florets
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 inch piece of ginger, minced
Sauce and Cooking
- 2 tablespoons vegetable oil (or sesame oil)
- 1 tablespoon cornstarch
- 1 tablespoon water
- 1 tablespoon rice vinegar (optional)
- 1 teaspoon sugar (optional)
Serving
- Cooked rice (for serving)
Instructions
- Prepare the Chicken: In a bowl, combine the sliced chicken, soy sauce, and oyster sauce. Let it marinate for about 10 minutes while you prepare the other ingredients to allow the flavors to penetrate the meat.
- Blanch the Broccoli: Bring a pot of water to a boil. Add the broccoli florets and blanch for 2-3 minutes until they turn bright green and become slightly tender. Drain and set aside to retain their crisp texture.
- Cook the Chicken: Heat 1 tablespoon of vegetable oil in a large skillet or wok over medium-high heat. Add the marinated chicken strips and stir-fry for 5-7 minutes, stirring frequently, until the chicken is fully cooked and no longer pink. Remove chicken from the skillet and set aside.
- Stir-Fry the Aromatics: In the same skillet, add the remaining tablespoon of oil. Add the minced garlic and ginger, and stir-fry quickly for about 30 seconds until fragrant to build the base flavor.
- Combine Chicken and Broccoli: Return the cooked chicken strips to the skillet along with the blanched broccoli. Stir well to combine and heat everything through evenly.
- Thicken the Sauce: In a small bowl, mix the cornstarch with water until smooth. Pour this mixture into the skillet and stir continuously to coat the chicken and broccoli evenly. Cook for an additional 2-3 minutes until the sauce thickens to a glossy finish.
- Finish the Dish: Optionally, add rice vinegar and sugar to the skillet for extra depth and a slight tangy sweetness. Stir well to incorporate these flavors evenly throughout the dish.
- Serve: Serve the Chinese chicken and broccoli hot over cooked rice, making for a hearty and delicious meal.
Notes
- For a nutty flavor, substitute vegetable oil with sesame oil.
- Marinating the chicken improves tenderness and flavor.
- Blanching broccoli ensures it remains crisp without overcooking.
- Adjust the thickness of the sauce by varying cornstarch quantity.
- Rice vinegar and sugar are optional but add a nice balance to the savory sauce.
- Serve immediately for best texture and flavor.
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