Chicken Broccoli Stir Fry (Extra Sauce!)
Tender chicken, crisp broccoli, and a rich savory sauce come together in this quick Chicken Broccoli Stir Fry. Perfect for an easy weeknight dinner served over rice.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 6 minutes
- Total Time: 16 minutes
- Yield: 5 servings
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Stir-Fry
- Cuisine: Chinese-Inspired
Ingredients
For the Chicken
500 g (1 lb) chicken breast, thinly sliced
1½ tsp baking soda (bicarbonate soda, for tenderizing)
For the Sauce
2 tbsp cornstarch (cornflour)
3 tbsp light soy sauce (or all-purpose soy sauce)
1½ tbsp Chinese cooking wine (Shaoxing wine) or mirin
3 tbsp oyster sauce
2 tsp toasted sesame oil
Dash of white pepper (or black pepper)
For the Stir Fry
2 tbsp vegetable, peanut, or canola oil
½ onion, sliced
2 garlic cloves, finely minced
400 g (14 oz) broccoli florets, cut into bite-sized pieces
1¼ cups water
For Serving
Steamed white rice or rice of choice
Instructions
1. Tenderize the Chicken
Place the sliced chicken breast in a bowl.
Sprinkle with baking soda and toss to coat evenly.
Let sit for 15–20 minutes.
Rinse thoroughly under cold water and pat dry with paper towels.
2. Prepare the Broccoli
Steam, boil, or microwave the broccoli until cooked to your preferred tenderness.
Drain well to prevent excess water from diluting the sauce.
3. Make the Sauce
In a bowl, whisk together the cornstarch and soy sauce until smooth and lump-free.
Add the Chinese cooking wine, oyster sauce, sesame oil, and white pepper.
Stir until fully combined.
4. Cook the Stir Fry
Heat the oil in a large skillet or wok over high heat.
Add the onion and garlic and stir-fry for about 10 seconds until fragrant.
Add the chicken and cook for about 2 minutes, stirring frequently, until just cooked through.
5. Add Sauce and Broccoli
Add the cooked broccoli to the skillet.
Pour in the prepared sauce and water.
Stir continuously for 1–2 minutes until the sauce thickens, becomes glossy, and coats the chicken and broccoli evenly.
6. Serve
Serve immediately over steamed rice and spoon extra sauce over the top.
Notes
Tenderizing chicken breast with baking soda helps create a restaurant-style silky texture.
Chicken thighs can be substituted and do not require tenderizing.
Ensure the broccoli is well-drained before adding it to the stir fry.
For extra vegetables, add bell peppers, carrots, snow peas, or mushrooms.
Adjust the sauce consistency by adding a little more water if desired.
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