Chicken and Broccoli Stir Fry
A quick and easy meal combining tender chicken, fresh broccoli, and a flavorful sauce, ready in about 30 minutes.
Ingredients
- 12 oz broccoli florets
- 1 tablespoon sesame oil
- 1 lb chicken breasts (cut into bite-sized pieces)
- Salt and pepper (to taste)
- 2 tablespoons cornstarch
- 2/3 cup chicken broth or water
- 1/3 cup gluten-free reduced-sodium tamari (or soy sauce if not gluten-free)
- 2 tablespoons honey
- 1 1/2 tablespoons rice vinegar
- 3 cloves garlic (minced or pressed)
- 1 teaspoon ginger paste (Gourmet Gardens recommended)
- 1/4 teaspoon red chili pepper flakes (adjust to your preference)
Instructions
- In a small bowl, combine cornstarch with half the broth or water and whisk until smooth. Stir in tamari, honey, rice vinegar, garlic, ginger paste, and chili flakes. Set aside.
- Steam broccoli in a pot with a steamer basket for 5-7 minutes until just tender and vibrant green. Set aside.
- Heat sesame oil in a large wok or skillet over high heat. Add chicken pieces, season with salt and pepper, and cook undisturbed for 1-2 minutes for a golden-brown sear.
- Stir chicken and continue cooking for another 2-3 minutes until nearly cooked through.
- Pour sauce over chicken, stir continuously, and let simmer for about 1-2 minutes until thickened.
- Remove from heat and serve over rice or quinoa, topped with steamed broccoli.
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Notes
Store leftovers in an airtight container for up to 4 days. Reheat in the microwave or skillet.