Ginger-Sesame Chicken Stir-Fry with Broccoli

By AislePrompt Test Kitchen · Reviewed by AislePrompt Editorial · Published 2026-04-10 · Updated 2026-04-10

Tender chicken strips and crisp broccoli simmered in a fragrant ginger-sesame sauce, finished with a hint of heat. This asian-inspired one pot ready in about 30 minutes pairs broccoli florets, coconut aminos, sesame oil for a weeknight-friendly dinner that comes together with one pan and minimal cleanup. Each serving lands at about 280 calories and feeds 2, 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.

Ingredients

• 6 oz, sliced into 1/2-inch strips chicken breast
• 2 cups broccoli florets
• 2 tbsp coconut aminos
• 1 tbsp sesame oil
• 1 tbsp, minced fresh ginger
• 1 clove, minced garlic
• 1/2 tsp red pepper flakes
• 2 tbsp water
• 1 tbsp sesame seeds

Instructions

1. Step 1: Heat 1 tbsp sesame oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat until shimmering.
2. Step 2: Add 6 oz sliced chicken and cook for 5-6 minutes, stirring occasionally, until golden and cooked through; remove from skillet and set aside.
3. Step 3: Add 1 minced garlic clove, 1 tbsp minced ginger, and 1/2 tsp red pepper flakes to the skillet, stirring for 30 seconds until fragrant.
4. Step 4: Add 2 cups broccoli florets and 2 tbsp water, cover, and steam for 5 minutes until bright green and crisp-tender.
5. Step 5: Return chicken to skillet, add 2 tbsp coconut aminos, and toss to coat; cook for 1 minute until sauce thickens slightly, then sprinkle with 1 tbsp sesame seeds.