Easy Chicken and Broccoli Stir Fry Quick Dinner Recipe

Ingredients

• 2 pieces boneless, skinless chicken breasts, sliced thinly
• 2 cups broccoli florets
• 1 piece bell pepper (any color), julienned
• 3 cloves garlic, minced
• 1 tablespoon ginger, minced
• 3 tablespoons soy sauce (low sodium)
• 1 tablespoon sesame oil
• 1 tablespoon cornstarch
• 0.5 cup chicken broth
• 2 tablespoons vegetable oil
• to taste sesame seeds for garnish
• to taste salt and pepper
• for serving cooked rice or noodles

Instructions

1. In a small bowl, mix the soy sauce, sesame oil, cornstarch, and chicken broth until well combined. Set aside.
2. Heat 1 tablespoon of vegetable oil in a large skillet or wok over medium-high heat.
3. Add the sliced chicken to the pan, season with salt and pepper, and stir-fry for about 4-5 minutes until cooked through. Remove the chicken from the pan and set aside.
4. In the same pan, add the remaining tablespoon of vegetable oil. Add the minced garlic and ginger, sauté for about 30 seconds until fragrant.
5. Toss in the broccoli florets and bell pepper. Stir-fry for 3-4 minutes until they are tender-crisp.
6. Return the cooked chicken to the pan. Pour the sauce over the chicken and vegetables, stirring well to coat everything evenly. Cook for an additional 2-3 minutes until the sauce thickens slightly.
7. Remove from heat and sprinkle with sesame seeds before serving.