Ginger Garlic Chicken & Broccoli Stir-Fry
This classic Asian-fusion stir-fry pairs lean chicken breast with crisp broccoli florets and warming fresh ginger. Served over brown rice, it is a quick, satisfying weeknight dinner.
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Before you start
Your 25-minute game plan
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Equipment
Wok · Large skillet · Knife and cutting board
Time saver
Store leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge for up to 3 days; the ginger and garlic flavors will actually deepen overnight.
Do these three things first
- 1Prep cloves fresh garlic (minced)
- 2Set out all ingredients before cooking
- 3Measure the pantry ingredients before heating the pan
Ingredients
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Ingredients
From Your Pantry
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Next: Cut the chicken breast into bite-sized 1-inch…
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Cut the chicken breast into bite-sized 1-inch…
Cut the chicken breast into bite-sized 1-inch pieces. Season lightly with salt and black pepper.
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Heat the cooking oil in a large…
Heat the cooking oil in a large skillet or wok over medium-high heat. Add the chicken and cook for 5 to 6 minutes until golden and cooked through. Remove the chicken from the pan and set aside.
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Lower the heat slightly
Lower the heat slightly. In the same skillet, add the minced ginger and garlic, sautéing for about 30 seconds until highly fragrant.
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Add the broccoli florets to the skillet…
Add the broccoli florets to the skillet along with the water. Cover the pan for 2 to 3 minutes to let the broccoli steam until bright green and tender-crisp.
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Return the cooked chicken to the skillet
Return the cooked chicken to the skillet. Pour in the soy sauce and toss everything together for 1 to 2 minutes until thoroughly heated and well coated in the ginger-garlic pan sauce.
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Divide the warm cooked brown rice between…
Divide the warm cooked brown rice between two bowls and top evenly with the chicken and broccoli stir-fry.
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The nutrition underneath
Why this bowl holds together
For faster weeknight prep
For faster weeknight prep, lean on pre-cooked frozen brown rice and pre-washed, pre-chopped broccoli florets.
If the skillet gets too dry…
If the skillet gets too dry while cooking the broccoli, add another quick splash of water rather than extra oil to keep things moving.
Store leftovers in an airtight container…
Store leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge for up to 3 days; the ginger and garlic flavors will actually deepen overnight.
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