Low-Calorie Chicken and Broccoli Stir Fry
A bright and cozy stir fry featuring lean chicken and crisp broccoli, perfect for a quick and healthy weeknight meal.
Ingredients
Main Ingredients
- 1 lb boneless, skinless chicken breast, thinly sliced
- 4 cups broccoli florets
- 1 medium carrot, thinly sliced (optional) for color
- 3 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 tbsp fresh ginger, grated
- 2 tbsp low-sodium soy sauce
- 1 tbsp rice vinegar
- 1 tbsp honey or maple syrup
- 1 tsp sesame oil
- 1 tbsp cornstarch mixed with 2 tbsp water (slurry)
- 1–2 tbsp neutral oil for cooking (canola or avocado)
- Salt and freshly ground black pepper, to taste
- Optional garnish: sliced green onions, toasted sesame seeds, lemon wedge
Instructions
Preparation
- Slice the chicken thinly, chop the broccoli into even florets, and mix the sauce (soy sauce, rice vinegar, honey, sesame oil).
- Toss the chicken with a pinch of salt, pepper, and half the cornstarch slurry. Let it sit for 5 minutes.
Cooking
- Heat a large skillet or wok over medium-high heat and add oil. When the oil shimmers, add the chicken in a single layer and sear until golden, about 2–3 minutes per side. Remove and set aside.
- In the same pan, add another splash of oil if needed. Stir-fry garlic and ginger for 20–30 seconds until fragrant.
- Add broccoli (and carrots if using). Stir-fry for 3–4 minutes until crisp-tender.
- Return the chicken to the pan, pour the sauce over everything, and stir to combine.
- Add the remaining cornstarch slurry to thicken the sauce and cook for another 1–2 minutes until glossy and coated.
- Adjust seasoning, turn off the heat, and finish with a drizzle of sesame oil and garnish.
Notes
Serve your stir fry over steamed brown rice, cauliflower rice, or whole-grain noodles. Can be stored in an airtight container for up to 3 days.
Nutrition
Serving: 1gCalories: 300kcalCarbohydrates: 28gProtein: 30gFat: 10gSaturated Fat: 2gSodium: 500mgFiber: 5gSugar: 5g
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