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Chinese Chicken and Broccoli – A Takeout Favorite at Home

Chinese Chicken and Broccoli is a quick, healthy, and delicious stir-fry dish that’s perfect for busy weeknights.

Equipment

  • - Cutting board
  • - Sharp knife
  • Mixing bowls
  • Whisk
  • - Wok or large skillet
  • - Wooden spoon or spatula
  • Measuring cups and spoons

Ingredients
  

  • **For the Chicken and Broccoli:**
  • 1 lb boneless skinless chicken breast, sliced thinly
  • 3 cups broccoli florets
  • 2 tbsp vegetable oil divided
  • 2 cloves garlic minced
  • 1/2 tsp grated ginger
  • **For the Sauce:**
  • 1/4 cup soy sauce
  • 2 tbsp oyster sauce
  • 1 tbsp hoisin sauce
  • 1 tbsp cornstarch
  • 1 tbsp brown sugar
  • 1/4 cup chicken broth or water
  • 1 tsp sesame oil optional

Instructions
 

  • **Prepare the Chicken:** Thinly slice the chicken breast and place it in a bowl. Season lightly with salt and pepper.
  • **Mix the Sauce:** In a small bowl, whisk together the soy sauce, oyster sauce, hoisin sauce, cornstarch, brown sugar, chicken broth, and sesame oil. Set aside.
  • **Blanch the Broccoli:** Bring a pot of water to a boil. Add the broccoli florets and cook for 2 minutes. Drain and immediately transfer the broccoli to a bowl of ice water to stop the cooking process. Drain and set aside.
  • **Cook the Chicken:** Heat 1 tbsp of vegetable oil in a wok or large skillet over medium-high heat. Add the sliced chicken and stir-fry until lightly browned and cooked through, about 4-5 minutes. Remove the chicken from the wok and set aside.
  • **Sauté Garlic and Ginger:** In the same wok, add the remaining 1 tbsp of vegetable oil. Sauté the minced garlic and grated ginger until fragrant, about 30 seconds.
  • **Combine and Cook:** Return the chicken to the wok, add the blanched broccoli, and pour the sauce over the top. Stir well to coat all ingredients evenly. Cook for 2-3 minutes, or until the sauce thickens and everything is heated through.
  • **Serve:** Remove from heat and serve the chicken and broccoli over steamed rice or noodles.