Ginger-Sautéed Chicken with Broccoli and Sesame Seeds
Quick-cooked chicken breasts with zesty ginger and garlic sauce, served over crisp broccoli and toasted sesame seeds.
Cuisine: Asian
Category: Chicken
Prep: 10 minutes. Cook: 15 minutes.
Serves 2.
Ingredients
- 2 (6 oz each) Chicken breasts, boneless and skinless
- 1 tbsp Fresh ginger, grated
- 2 cloves Garlic, minced
- 2 tbsp Olive oil
- 12 oz Broccoli florets
- 1 tbsp Sesame seeds, toasted
- 1/2 tsp Salt
- 1/4 tsp Black pepper
Instructions
- Step 1: Pat chicken breasts dry and season with 1/2 tsp salt and 1/4 tsp black pepper.
- Step 2: Heat 2 tbsp olive oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat. Add chicken and cook 5-6 minutes per side until golden and internal temperature reaches 165°F.
- Step 3: Remove chicken, then add 1 tbsp grated ginger and 2 minced garlic cloves to skillet. Sauté 1 minute until fragrant.
- Step 4: Add 12 oz broccoli florets and cook 5-7 minutes until bright green and tender-crisp.
- Step 5: Return chicken to skillet, add 1 tbsp toasted sesame seeds, and toss to coat. Cook 1 minute more.