Chicken and Broccoli Stir Fry

Chicken and Broccoli Stir Fry

Chicken and Broccoli Stir Fry

You’re a skillet away from this delicious Chicken and Broccoli Stir-Fry! In this quick and easy Southeast Asian-inspired recipe, all the magic occurs in a single pot and yields a highly nutritious dish bursting with flavor. Crisp, tender chicken accompanied by juicy broccoli is bathed in a mouthwatering sauce.

Yields: 4 servings

Ingredients

•          1/4 teaspoon black pepper
•          1 (1-inch) ginger root, peeled and finely chopped
•          2 teaspoons sesame seeds

•          3 tablespoons light soy sauce, optional Tamari

•          1 tablespoon cornstarch or flour
•          1 tablespoon honey

•          2 tablespoons sesame oil

•          1 tablespoon extra-virgin olive oil

•          1.25 pounds chicken breast filets, cubed

•          1 medium onion, coarsely chopped

•          2 teaspoons lemon

•          2 cups broccoli florets

Instructions

1. Whisk together soy sauce, honey, lemon juice, sesame oil, and cornstarch. Set mixture aside.
2. Over medium-low heat in a large skillet or wok, toast sesame seeds for 2 minutes, or until fragrant. Place toasted seeds in a bowl and set aside.
3. Add olive oil to the same skillet, turn to medium heat and cook chicken until lightly golden. Add onions, ginger, broccoli, and pepper. sauté for 4 minutes. Reduce heat to medium-low, add soy sauce mixture and toss to combine. Cook until sauce is desired thickness, but no more than 5 minutes. Sprinkle with toasted sesame seeds and serve. Enjoy!
4. Enjoy Chicken and Broccoli Stir-Fry with brown rice or quinoa.