Chicken and Broccoli Stir-Fry

Elevate your dinner table with this delightful Chicken and Broccoli Stir-Fry. Perfect for any weeknight, this dish pairs tender chicken with vibrant vegetables, all enveloped in a luscious sauce. Serve it alongside fragrant jasmine rice for a complete meal that is not only flavorful but also easy to prepare.

Ingredients

🍗 3 chicken breasts, cut into small cubes
🥦 1 bag of frozen broccoli and carrots (or use fresh vegetables)
🧄 2 cloves of garlic, chopped
🧂 Salt and pepper to taste
🛢️ 2 tablespoons of oil

For the Sauce:
🥣 1 cup of chicken broth
🥢 1/3 cup of hoisin sauce
🥢 1/3 cup of soy sauce
🌿 1 tablespoon of sesame oil
🌶️ 2 tablespoons of chili garlic sauce
🌽 1 tablespoon of cornstarch
🫚 1 tablespoon of ginger paste

For the Rice:
🍚 4 cups of jasmine rice, washed and soaked for 20 minutes
🛢️ 3 tablespoons of oil
🧂 1 tablespoon of salt (or to taste)
💧 4 cups of hot water

Instructions

1- Prepare the Sauce:

• In a bowl, combine chicken broth, hoisin sauce, soy sauce, sesame oil, chili garlic sauce, cornstarch, and ginger paste.
• Mix well until the cornstarch is fully dissolved. Set aside.

2- Cook the Chicken:

• Heat 2 tablespoons of oil in a large skillet over medium heat.
• Add the cubed chicken, season with salt and pepper, and cook for about 10 minutes until golden brown and cooked through.

3- Stir-Fry the Vegetables:

• Add the chopped garlic to the chicken in the skillet and stir until fragrant.
• Pour in the prepared sauce and stir to combine.
• Add the broccoli and carrots. Cook for an additional 5 minutes until the vegetables are tender-crisp, and the sauce has thickened.

4- Prepare the Rice:

• In a separate pot, heat 3 tablespoons of oil over medium heat.
• Add the soaked jasmine rice and salt. Pour in the hot water and bring to a boil.
• Cover the pot, reduce the heat to low, and let it simmer for 15-20 minutes until the water is absorbed and the rice is cooked.

5- Serve:

• Fluff the jasmine rice with a fork and serve it alongside the chicken and broccoli stir-fry. Enjoy your delicious meal!

Prep Time: 20 minutes
Cook Time: 30 minutes
Total Time: 50 minutes
Servings: 4
Calories per Serving: Approximately 600 kcal
Proteins: 35g
Fats: 22g
Carbohydrates: 70g
Equipment: Skillet, pot, mixing bowl

Cooking Tips:

• Adjust the level of chili garlic sauce based on your spice preference.
• For a gluten-free option, substitute the soy sauce with tamari.

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Chicken and Broccoli Stir-Fry