Ginger-Sautéed Chicken with Broccoli and Sesame Seeds

By AislePrompt Editorial · Published 2026-04-21 · Updated 2026-04-21

Quick-cooked chicken breasts with zesty ginger and garlic sauce, served over crisp broccoli and toasted sesame seeds. This Asian-inspired chicken recipe (gluten-free, dairy-free), ready in about 25 minutes, pairs Chicken breasts, boneless and skinless, Fresh ginger, grated, Garlic, minced for a weeknight-friendly dinner that comes together with one pan and minimal cleanup. Each serving lands at about 380 calories and feeds 2, so it slots cleanly into a low-carb week and pairs well with cauliflower rice or roasted green vegetables. 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.

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

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Instructions

1. Step 1: Pat chicken breasts dry and season with 1/2 tsp salt and 1/4 tsp black pepper.
2. 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.
3. Step 3: Remove chicken, then add 1 tbsp grated ginger and 2 minced garlic cloves to skillet. Sauté 1 minute until fragrant.
4. Step 4: Add 12 oz broccoli florets and cook 5-7 minutes until bright green and tender-crisp.
5. Step 5: Return chicken to skillet, add 1 tbsp toasted sesame seeds, and toss to coat. Cook 1 minute more.