Fast Chicken Stir Fry (Printable Version)

Juicy chicken and crisp broccoli in a delicious, savory sauce—ready in 30 minutes and so much tastier than ordering out.

# Ingredients:

→ Protein

01 - 1 pound chicken breast, boneless and skinless, cut into thin slices

→ Vegetables

02 - 3 minced garlic cloves
03 - 2 cups of fresh broccoli florets
04 - 1 teaspoon of grated fresh ginger

→ Sauce Ingredients

05 - 2 tablespoons of oyster sauce
06 - 1/4 cup soy sauce, low-sodium
07 - 1 tablespoon rice vinegar
08 - 1/4 teaspoon red pepper flakes (optional)
09 - 1 teaspoon sesame oil
10 - 1 tablespoon of cornstarch
11 - Salt and a bit of black pepper, adjust to taste
12 - 1/2 cup broth from chicken

→ Cooking & Serving

13 - 2 tablespoons of vegetable oil, split between uses
14 - Hot white rice or noodles to serve alongside
15 - Optional: Green onions sliced thin and sesame seeds for topping

# Steps:

01 - Toss the sliced chicken with 1 tablespoon soy sauce, 1 teaspoon cornstarch, and a little black pepper in a bowl. Let sit for 10 minutes.
02 - Whisk together soy sauce, oyster sauce, rice vinegar, chicken broth, sesame oil, cornstarch, and red pepper flakes in a small bowl. Keep it aside.
03 - In a large skillet or wok, heat 1 tablespoon of vegetable oil over medium-high heat. Stir the broccoli for 3-4 minutes until it brightens and softens slightly, then remove from the pan.
04 - Pour the rest of the oil into the skillet. Stir and cook the chicken slices for 5-6 minutes until they're fully cooked and golden.
05 - Mix in the ginger and garlic, cooking for about 1 minute until their scent comes through.
06 - Return the cooked broccoli to the pan. Stir together to mix it all up.
07 - Pour the sauce into the skillet. Stir for a few minutes until it becomes thick and everything is evenly coated.
08 - Turn off the heat and serve the dish hot over noodles or rice. Add optional toppings like sesame seeds or green onions for extra flavor.

# Notes:

01 - Want more heat? Sprinkle extra red pepper flakes or a touch of sriracha.
02 - For gluten-free: Swap soy sauce with tamari and use gluten-free oyster sauce.
03 - Vegetable alternative: Bell peppers, snap peas, or thin carrot strips work well.
04 - Low carb twist: Cauliflower rice or spiralized zucchini are a great base.
05 - Boost protein: Toss in peanuts or cashews for added crunch.

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