Print

Homemade Chicken and Broccoli Chinese Takeout

Print Recipe

Homemade Chicken and Broccoli Chinese Takeout is a quick, flavorful dish that brings your favorite restaurant experience right to your kitchen. This recipe features tender chicken and crisp broccoli stir-fried with aromatic garlic and ginger, all coated in a savory sauce. Perfect for busy weeknights, it’s customizable with your choice of vegetables or proteins, ensuring a satisfying meal for the whole family.

Ingredients

Scale
  • 3–4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts (about 1 lb)
  • 2 cups fresh broccoli florets
  • 3 cloves garlic, minced
  • 1-inch piece fresh ginger, minced
  • 1/4 cup low-sodium soy sauce
  • 1 cup low-sodium chicken broth
  • 2 tsp cornstarch
  • 1 tsp sesame oil

Instructions

  1. Cut chicken into bite-sized pieces and broccoli into florets. Mince garlic and ginger.
  2. In a bowl, mix soy sauce, chicken broth, sesame oil, garlic, ginger, and cornstarch. Set aside.
  3. Heat oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat. Stir-fry chicken until golden brown (about 5 minutes).
  4. Add broccoli; stir-fry for an additional 3 minutes until bright green.
  5. Pour sauce over the mixture; simmer until thickened (about 2 minutes).
  6. Serve hot with rice or noodles.

Nutrition

Keywords: - Marinate the chicken for added flavor. - Swap broccoli for snap peas or bell peppers for variety. - Store leftovers in an airtight container for up to three days.

Find it online: https://cookedtotaste.com/irresistible-homemade-chicken-and-broccoli-chinese-takeout/