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Healthy Spicy Garlic Chicken and Broccoli in 30 Minutes

Healthy Spicy Garlic Chicken and Broccoli in 30 Minutes
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 15 minutes
Total Time 30 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: dinner
Cuisine: Asain-inspired
Calories: 320
Ingredients Equipment Method Notes

Ingredients
  

  • 1 lb 450 g boneless skinless chicken breasts, cut into bite-sized pieces
  • 3 cups 270 g fresh broccoli florets
  • 2 tbsp 30 ml olive oil
  • 4 cloves garlic minced
  • 1 tbsp 15 ml fresh ginger, grated
  • 3 tbsp 45 ml low-sodium soy sauce
  • 1 tbsp 15 ml oyster sauce
  • 1 tbsp 15 ml honey
  • 1 tbsp 15 ml sriracha sauce
  • 1 tsp 5 ml rice vinegar
  • 1 tsp 3 g cornstarch
  • 2 tbsp 30 ml water
  • 1/2 tsp 2 g crushed red pepper flakes
  • 1/2 tsp 3 g salt
  • 1/4 tsp 1 g black pepper
  • 1 tbsp 15 ml sesame oil

Equipment

  • Large skillet
  • Spatula
  • Measuring cups
  • Sharp knife
  • Cutting board
  • Mixing Bowl

Method
 

  1. Whisk together soy sauce, oyster sauce, honey, sriracha, rice vinegar, cornstarch, and water in a bowl until smooth and glossy
  2. Heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat until shimmering
  3. Add chicken pieces in a single layer and cook until golden brown and lightly crisp on the edges
  4. Stir in salt and black pepper while the chicken finishes cooking through
  5. Remove chicken from the pan and set aside to keep it juicy
  6. Add a touch more oil if needed, then sauté garlic and ginger until fragrant and aromatic
  7. Toss in broccoli florets and stir-fry until bright green and slightly tender with a crisp bite
  8. Return the chicken to the skillet and pour the sauce over everything
  9. Stir continuously as the sauce thickens and coats the chicken and broccoli in a glossy glaze
  10. Finish with sesame oil and crushed red pepper flakes for a warm, nutty aroma
  11. Remove from heat once the sauce clings beautifully and the broccoli is tender-crisp

Notes

Protein: 35 g

Carbohydrates: 14 g

Fat: 14 g

Fiber: 3 g

Sugar: 7 g

Sodium: 620 mg