Quick and Easy Chinese Chicken and Broccoli
User Reviews
4.9
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Prep Time
20 mins
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Cook Time
10 mins
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Total Time
30 mins
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Servings
6 servings
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Course
Main Course
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Cuisine
Chinese
Quick and Easy Chinese Chicken and Broccoli
Description
Quick and Easy Chinese Chicken and Broccoli centers on steaming broccoli until crisp-tender, then combining it with cooked chicken pieces. A sauce is prepared by whisking together chicken broth, brown sugar, soy sauce, oyster sauce, cornstarch, fresh grated ginger, minced garlic, and sesame oil, then simmering until thickened. The chicken and broccoli are stirred into this sauce and heated through, resulting in a glossy, flavorful coating.
The steamed broccoli keeps its bright color and slight crunch, complementing the tender chicken. Oyster sauce contributes a salty, slightly sweet umami depth that balances the sweetness of brown sugar and the aromatic ginger and garlic. The dish is garnished with toasted sesame seeds and chopped green onions for a mild crunch and fresh herbal note. Cooking in a skillet allows quick sauce reduction and even coating.
Serve the chicken and broccoli over hot cooked rice to catch the sauce and complete the meal. The recipe uses mostly low-sodium ingredients to control saltiness but can be adjusted based on broth and soy sauce types. It can accommodate substitution of hoisin sauce for oyster sauce, and cooked or raw chicken can be used with additional cooking steps.
Ingredients
- 2 ½ cups chicken broth or stock; low-sodium preferred
- ⅓ cup light brown sugar or dark brown sugar
- ½ cup soy sauce low sodium preferred; see note
- ¼ cup oyster sauce see note
- 3 tablespoons cornstarch
- 1 tablespoon ginger grated fresh or refrigerated ginger paste; see note
- 1 tablespoon garlic finely minced or 1 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1 teaspoon sesame oil
- 3-4 cups chicken cooked, shredded or cubed; about 20 ounces
- 6-8 cups broccoli florets, chopped into bite-size pieces; about 16 ounces
- rice hot, cooked, for serving
- sesame seed toasted sesame seeds and chopped green onions, for garnish
- green onion toasted sesame seeds and chopped green onions, for garnish
Instructions
- Place the broccoli in a microwave-safe bowl with 1 cup water, cover, and steam in the microwave for 3-4 minutes until the broccoli is crisp-tender (or steam on the stovetop). Drain the water and set aside.
- In a deep 12-inch skillet (you can also use a saucepan or pot), whisk together the broth, sugar, soy sauce, oyster sauce, cornstarch, ginger, garlic and sesame oil.
- Bring the mixture to a simmer over medium heat, whisking constantly, and cook until the sauce has thickened, 3-4 minutes.
- Add the chicken and broccoli and stir to cover with sauce. Heat through.
- Serve over hot, cooked rice and garnish with toasted sesame seeds and chopped green onions, if desired.
Notes
- Oyster sauce adds a distinctive savory flavor; substituting hoisin sauce will change the taste.
- Use low-sodium broth and soy sauce to prevent overly salty results.
- Fresh grated ginger or ginger paste can be used for best flavor; dried ginger substitution is not tested.
- If cooked chicken is unavailable, cook bite-sized seasoned chicken pieces in oil before making the sauce.
- Reduce broth amount if a less saucy dish is preferred.
Nutrition Information
Show DetailsNutrition Facts
Serving: 6servings
Amount Per Serving
Calories kcal
% Daily Value*
| Serving | 1 serving | |
| Calories | 365kcal | 18% |
| Carbohydrates | 19g | 6% |
| Protein | 54g | 108% |
| Fat | 7g | 11% |
| Saturated Fat | 2g | 10% |
| Cholesterol | 158mg | 53% |
| Sodium | 1776mg | 74% |
| Fiber | 1g | 4% |
| Sugar | 12g | 24% |
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet.
User Reviews
Overall Rating
4.9
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