Garlic-Sesame Stir Fried Chicken and Broccoli

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Tender chicken pieces and crisp broccoli florets quickly stir-fried in a savory garlic and sesame sauce for a balanced weeknight meal. This Asian-inspired stir-fry recipe, ready in about 25 minutes, pairs boneless skinless chicken breast, broccoli florets, vegetable oil for a weeknight-friendly dinner that comes together with one pan and minimal cleanup. Each serving lands at about 320 calories and feeds 4, so it slots cleanly into a weekly meal plan and pairs well with a quick salad or grain on the side. Tap "Plan a meal with the AI" below to drop this recipe into your week and send the ingredients straight to Instacart. Nutrition values are approximate, calculated from USDA FoodData Central (fdc.nal.usda.gov) — verify against ingredient labels for any health-driven dietary plan.

Prep: 10 min Cook: 15 min Serves 4 Asian cuisine 320 cal/serving
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Ingredients

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Instructions

  1. Step 1: In a small bowl, whisk together 3 tbsp low sodium soy sauce, 1 tsp sesame oil, 1 tbsp honey, 1 tsp cornstarch, and 2 tbsp water until smooth; set aside.
  2. Step 2: Heat 2 tbsp vegetable oil in a large wok or skillet over medium-high heat until shimmering. Add 1 lb sliced boneless skinless chicken breast and stir-fry for 4-5 minutes until no longer pink and starting to brown.
  3. Step 3: Add 5 minced garlic cloves and 1 tbsp minced fresh ginger to the chicken. Stir-fry for 30 seconds until fragrant.
  4. Step 4: Toss in 3 cups broccoli florets and stir-fry for 3-4 minutes until bright green and tender-crisp.
  5. Step 5: Pour the prepared sauce over the chicken and broccoli. Stir continuously for 1-2 minutes until the sauce thickens and coats all ingredients.
  6. Step 6: Remove from heat and garnish with 1 tbsp toasted sesame seeds and 2 sliced green onions before serving over steamed rice or noodles.

Frequently asked questions

How long does Garlic-Sesame Stir Fried Chicken and Broccoli take to make?

Total time is about 25 minutes (10 min prep + 15 min cook). Most home cooks find this fits comfortably into a weeknight; double the batch on Sunday for two dinners.

How do I store leftover Garlic-Sesame Stir Fried Chicken and Broccoli?

Cool to room temperature within 2 hours, then store in an airtight container in the fridge for up to 4 days. Reheat covered in a 350°F oven for 10-12 minutes, or microwave at 70% power in 60-second bursts to keep broccoli florets from drying out.

Can I substitute ingredients in Garlic-Sesame Stir Fried Chicken and Broccoli?

Yes — most ingredients in this recipe have flexible swaps. For oil, use any neutral high-smoke-point oil (avocado, grapeseed, refined coconut). For aromatics, dried herbs at ⅓ the volume of fresh work in a pinch. The full ingredient list is shoppable on Instacart so you can see substitutes in real time.

How do I scale Garlic-Sesame Stir Fried Chicken and Broccoli for a different number of people?

The recipe is written for 4 servings. Multiply each ingredient by (your serving target / 4). Cook time stays roughly the same up to 2x; for 3-4x batches, switch from a skillet to a sheet pan or stockpot so the food isn't crowded — overcrowding steams instead of browns.

What goes well with Garlic-Sesame Stir Fried Chicken and Broccoli?

Asian stir fry like this pair well with a simple grain (rice, couscous, or crusty bread), a quick salad with acid (lemon vinaigrette, pickled onions), and a pan sauce or yogurt-based dip. Tap "Plan a meal with the AI" to get specific side suggestions.

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