Sautéed Ginger Chicken with Broccoli and Sesame
Tender chicken pieces sautéed with fresh ginger and broccoli, finished with a nutty sesame glaze for a quick Asian-inspired dinner. This Asian-inspired chicken recipe (gluten free option), ready in about 25 minutes, pairs boneless skinless chicken breast, fresh ginger, garlic cloves 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 rice, quinoa, or a quick salad. 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
- 1 lb, cut into 1-inch pieces boneless skinless chicken breast
- 1 tbsp, finely grated fresh ginger
- 2, minced garlic cloves
- 3 cups broccoli florets
- 3 tbsp soy sauce
- 1 tbsp honey
- 2 tbsp toasted sesame oil
- 2 tbsp vegetable oil
- 1 tbsp, toasted sesame seeds
- 2, thinly sliced green onions
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Instructions
- Step 1: Heat 2 tbsp vegetable oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat until shimmering. Add 1 lb chicken breast cut into 1-inch pieces and sauté for 5-6 minutes until browned and nearly cooked through.
- Step 2: Add 1 tbsp finely grated fresh ginger and 2 minced garlic cloves to the skillet, stirring for 1 minute until fragrant.
- Step 3: Toss in 3 cups broccoli florets and cook for 4-5 minutes, stirring occasionally, until broccoli is bright green and tender-crisp.
- Step 4: Stir together 3 tbsp soy sauce, 1 tbsp honey, and 2 tbsp toasted sesame oil, then pour into the skillet. Cook for 2 more minutes, stirring, until the sauce thickens and coats the chicken and broccoli.
- Step 5: Remove from heat, sprinkle 1 tbsp toasted sesame seeds and 2 thinly sliced green onions over the top before serving.
Frequently asked questions
How long does Sautéed Ginger Chicken with Broccoli and Sesame 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 Sautéed Ginger Chicken with Broccoli and Sesame?
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 fresh ginger from drying out.
Can I substitute ingredients in Sautéed Ginger Chicken with Broccoli and Sesame?
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 Sautéed Ginger Chicken with Broccoli and Sesame 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.
Is Sautéed Ginger Chicken with Broccoli and Sesame gluten free option?
Yes — this recipe is tagged gluten free option based on its ingredient list. Always cross-check labels for packaged ingredients (sauces, broths, condiments) since formulations vary by brand.
