Description
A quick and flavorful Chicken and Broccoli stir-fry featuring tender chicken breast slices and vibrant broccoli florets in a savory soy and oyster sauce. This balanced dish is perfect for a weeknight dinner served over steamed rice, combining simple ingredients with a quick stovetop cooking method for a satisfying meal.
Ingredients
Scale
Protein
- 1 lb (450g) chicken breast, thinly sliced
Vegetables
- 2 cups (about 300g) broccoli florets
- 1 clove garlic, minced
Sauces & Seasonings
- 1 tablespoon soy sauce
- 1 tablespoon oyster sauce
- 1 teaspoon cornstarch
- 1/4 cup (60ml) chicken broth
- Salt and pepper to taste
Other
- 1 tablespoon vegetable oil
- Cooked rice, for serving
Instructions
- Prepare Chicken: Thinly slice the chicken breast into bite-sized pieces and season with salt and pepper to enhance flavor.
- Make Sauce: In a small bowl, whisk together soy sauce, oyster sauce, cornstarch, and chicken broth until smooth to form the stir-fry sauce.
- Heat Oil: Heat vegetable oil in a large skillet or wok over medium-high heat to prepare for cooking.
- Sauté Garlic: Add minced garlic to the hot oil and cook until fragrant, about 30 seconds, to release its aroma.
- Cook Chicken: Add chicken slices in a single layer; cook until no longer pink with slight browning on edges, about 3–4 minutes per side for even cooking.
- Set Chicken Aside: Remove cooked chicken from the pan and set aside to rest temporarily.
- Cook Broccoli: In the same pan, add broccoli florets and stir-fry for 3–4 minutes until bright green and tender-crisp, preserving texture.
- Combine Ingredients: Return chicken to the pan and pour the prepared sauce over chicken and broccoli for flavor coating.
- Thicken Sauce: Cook while stirring frequently until the sauce thickens and evenly coats the chicken and broccoli, approximately 2 minutes.
- Adjust Seasoning: Taste and add salt and pepper if needed to suit your preference.
- Serve: Plate the saucy chicken and broccoli over cooked rice for a complete and delicious meal.
Notes
- For extra flavor, marinate the chicken in soy sauce and a bit of garlic for 15 minutes before cooking.
- Substitute oyster sauce with hoisin sauce for a vegetarian-friendly option, though dish will then need alternative protein.
- Ensure broccoli is tender-crisp to retain nutrients and a pleasant crunch.
- Use low-sodium soy sauce to reduce salt intake if desired.
- Serve immediately for best texture; leftovers can be reheated but sauce may thicken further.