Chicken and Broccoli Stir Fry Recipe

If you're looking for a quick and satisfying dinner, this stir-fried chicken and broccoli recipe is a perfect choice. It's packed with flavor, simple to make, and guaranteed to please your taste buds!

Ingredients

• 2 teaspoons canola oil
• 1 pound boneless skinless chicken thighs, cut into -inch pieces
• 3 tablespoons cornstarch, divided
• cup thinly sliced onion
• 2 teaspoons minced fresh ginger
• 4 garlic cloves, thinly sliced
• 5 cups broccoli florets
• cup water
• cup soy sauce
• 1 tablespoon oyster sauce
• 1 tablespoon light brown sugar
• teaspoon crushed red pepper flakes (or to taste)
• teaspoon freshly ground black pepper

Instructions

Step 1: Start by gathering all your ingredients. Make sure everything is prepped and ready for cooking.

Step 2: Heat the oil in a large non-stick skillet over medium-high heat for about 2 minutes. The oil should be shimmering when it's ready.

Step 3: Meanwhile, coat the chicken pieces with 1 tablespoon of cornstarch in a medium bowl, ensuring the chicken is evenly coated.

Step 4: Add the chicken to the skillet in a single layer. Cook, stirring frequently, until the chicken becomes crispy and is fully cooked through, which should take about 6 minutes.

Step 5: Add the sliced onions to the skillet and cook, stirring often, for about 1 minute, until the onions are translucent.

Step 6: Add the minced ginger and sliced garlic to the pan. Stir constantly for about 1 minute, until fragrant.

Step 7: Transfer the chicken mixture to a plate and set aside for later.

Step 8: In the same skillet, add the broccoli florets. Cook, stirring occasionally, for 2-3 minutes until the broccoli is bright green and heated through.

Step 9: While the broccoli is cooking, whisk together the water, soy sauce, oyster sauce, brown sugar, crushed red pepper, black pepper, and the remaining 2 tablespoons of cornstarch in a small bowl until smooth.

Step 10: Add the cooked chicken mixture back into the skillet with the broccoli. Pour the soy sauce mixture over the top. Stir well and cook for another 2 minutes, until the sauce thickens and the chicken and broccoli are well-coated.

Step 11: Serve immediately and enjoy your delicious chicken and broccoli stir-fry!

Test Kitchen Tips

• When cooking the broccoli, avoid overcooking it by stirring occasionally. Stir-frying the broccoli in the pan will help retain its crispness.
• This dish is perfect for a weeknight meal. Start cooking rice at the same time, and by the time the rice is done, your stir-fry will be ready to serve.
• Let the chicken cook undisturbed for the best results. This helps to develop a nice crispy crust and builds layers of flavor.

How to Store Chicken and Broccoli Stir-Fry

Store any leftovers in an airtight in the refrigerator for up to one day. We recommend not storing it for more than a day, as the broccoli may become soggy.

Community Tips

• "I used frozen broccoli and grilled chicken strips. It turned out delicious!" - Cathy
• "This was super tasty and easy! I added some extra veggies along with the broccoli, and it worked perfectly." - Lindsey McLevis
• "I grated fresh ginger and followed the recipe exactly. It was outstanding!" - Lisa Blackburn

Nutrition Facts (Per Serving)