Chicken and Broccoli Stir Fry: Easy, Healthy, Delicious Recipe
This easy, healthy, and delicious chicken and broccoli stir fry features tender chicken pieces and crisp broccoli florets cooked with garlic, ginger, and a savory sauce. Ready in about 30 minutes, it’s perfect for weeknight dinners and pairs beautifully with steamed rice or noodles.
Ingredients
- 1 lb boneless skinless chicken breast, cut into bite-sized pieces
- 2 cups broccoli florets
- 1 cup sliced mushrooms optional
- 2 teaspoons minced fresh ginger
- 1 teaspoon minced garlic
- ¼ cup oyster sauce
- ¼ cup low-sodium chicken broth or water
- 1 teaspoon sugar
- 2 teaspoons toasted sesame oil
- 1 teaspoon soy sauce
- 1 teaspoon cornstarch mixed with water to thicken
- 1 tablespoon vegetable or olive oil
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- Heat oil in a large skillet or wok over medium heat. Stir-fry broccoli and mushrooms until tender (about 4 minutes), add ginger and garlic; sauté 30 seconds. Remove and set aside.
- Increase heat to high, season chicken with salt and pepper, and cook in batches until browned and cooked through (3-4 minutes per side).
- Return vegetables to the pan; stir 2 minutes until heated.
- Whisk together oyster sauce, chicken broth, sugar, sesame oil, soy sauce, and cornstarch slurry. Pour over chicken and veggies, simmer until sauce thickens (about 1-2 minutes).
- Serve immediately with rice or noodles.
Notes
- Frozen broccoli can be used but fresh is best for texture.
- Mushrooms are optional; substitute or add more broccoli if preferred.
- Leftovers keep up to 4 days refrigerated and reheat well.
- This dish is great for meal prep and can be customized with other veggies or proteins.
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