Description
This flavorful chicken and broccoli recipe is easy to make and ready in under 30 minutes. Perfect for the times you’re craving Asian food. Plus, it’s totally gluten-free and dairy-free too!
Ingredients
- 1 pound skinless, boneless chicken breast, cut into 1-inch cubes
- 2 cups broccoli florets
- 1 tablespoon ginger puree
- 1 tablespoon minced garlic
- 2 tablespoons sesame oil
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- 4 tablespoons gluten-free soy sauce (tamari sauce)
- 1 tablespoon gluten-free oyster sauce
- 1/4 teaspoon salt
- 1/3 teaspoon black pepper
- White sesame seeds, for garnishing (optional)
Instructions
- Cook Broccoli Florets: Heat a dry skillet or wok over medium-high heat. Add the broccoli florets and cook without oil for about 3 minutes, stirring constantly until lightly charred and slightly tender. Remove the broccoli from the pan and set aside.
- Sauté Chicken: Add the olive oil to the same skillet. Once hot, add the cubed chicken. Season with salt and pepper and sauté for 7–8 minutes, stirring occasionally, until the chicken is golden brown and cooked through. Transfer to a plate and set aside.
- Prepare Sauce: In the same pan, pour in the sesame oil. Add the soy sauce, oyster sauce, ginger purée, and minced garlic. Stir well and cook the sauce mixture for about 2 minutes, allowing the flavors to combine.
- Return Broccoli and Chicken: Return the cooked broccoli and chicken to the pan.
- Toss with Sauce: Stir everything together thoroughly so the sauce evenly coats the ingredients. Continue to cook for another 2–3 minutes, stirring frequently. If the sauce starts to stick or burn slightly, add a tablespoon of gluten-free soy sauce or a couple tablespoons of water to make the sauce less thick.
- Garnish and Serve: Serve the chicken and broccoli hot with rice, topped with sesame seeds and chili flakes if desired.
Notes
Chicken: I used skinless, boneless chicken breast, but you may also use boneless chicken thighs instead.
Broccoli: Since this is a recipe for chicken and broccoli, broccoli is a key ingredient here. I like using fresh broccoli florets if they are available, but frozen broccoli florets will work too.
Ginger Puree: You can either use store-bought ginger puree, or freshly grated ginger.
Garlic: Fresh minced garlic adds a delicious flavor to this chicken broccoli recipe, so make sure to add it in.
Sesame Oil: Sesame oil adds a beautiful flavor profile, so make sure to add it in.
Soy Sauce: I used gluten-free soy sauce (tamari sauce) to keep this recipe gluten-free. However, if you are not Celiac or gluten-intolerant, go ahead and use regular soy sauce instead.
Oyster Sauce: I used gluten-free oyster sauce to keep this recipe gluten-free. However, if you are not Celiac or gluten-intolerant, go ahead and use regular oyster sauce instead.
Storing: To store any leftovers, place the cooled broccoli chicken in an airtight container and store in the refrigerator for up to 3 days. Reheat in the microwave or on the stovetop before serving.
- Prep Time: 10 mins
- Cook Time: 20 mins
- Category: Main Dish
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: Asian
