Rotisserie Chicken and Broccoli Stir-Fry
A quick weeknight meal featuring tender shredded chicken and crisp-tender broccoli in a savory garlic-scallion sauce. This american-inspired chicken ready in about 30 minutes pairs rotisserie chicken, broccoli florets, low-sodium soy sauce 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.
Ingredients
- 12 oz rotisserie chicken
- 2 cups broccoli florets
- 1/4 cup low-sodium soy sauce
- 2 tbsp rice vinegar
- 1 tbsp honey
- 1 tbsp cornstarch
- 2 cloves, minced garlic
- 1/4 cup, thinly sliced scallions
- 2 tbsp vegetable oil
- 1/2 cup water
Instructions
- Step 1: In a small bowl, whisk together 1/4 cup low-sodium soy sauce, 2 tbsp rice vinegar, 1 tbsp honey, and 1 tbsp cornstarch until smooth; set aside.
- Step 2: Heat 2 tbsp vegetable oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat until shimmering. Add 2 minced garlic cloves and cook for 30 seconds until fragrant, being careful not to brown.
- Step 3: Add 2 cups broccoli florets and 1/2 cup water to the skillet, cover, and cook for 4-5 minutes until broccoli is bright green and crisp-tender.
- Step 4: Uncover, add 12 oz shredded rotisserie chicken and the sauce mixture, and stir to coat. Cook for 2-3 minutes until sauce thickens and coats ingredients.
- Step 5: Stir in 1/4 cup sliced scallions and cook for 1 minute. Serve immediately with reserved scallion garnish.
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Frequently asked questions
How long does Rotisserie Chicken and Broccoli Stir-Fry take to make?
Total time is about 30 minutes (15 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 Rotisserie Chicken and Broccoli Stir-Fry?
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 rotisserie chicken from drying out.
Can I substitute ingredients in Rotisserie Chicken and Broccoli Stir-Fry?
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 Rotisserie Chicken and Broccoli Stir-Fry 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 Rotisserie Chicken and Broccoli Stir-Fry?
American chicken 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.
What others are saying
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Made with what I had on hand and it still came out great.
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Perfect chicken recipe for a weeknight dinner.
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Brought this to a potluck and it was the first dish to disappear.