Sesame-Glazed Chicken Stir-Fry with Broccoli
A quick, flavorful stir-fry with chicken and vegetables coated in a savory sesame-ginger glaze. This asian ready in about 25 minutes pairs (8 oz total) chicken breast, broccoli, red and 1 yellow bell peppers 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
- 2 (8 oz total) chicken breast
- 1.5 cups broccoli
- 1 red and 1 yellow bell peppers
- 3 tbsp coconut aminos
- 1 tbsp sesame oil
- 1 tsp ginger
- 2 cloves garlic
- 1 tsp sesame seeds
- 1/4 tsp salt
- 1/4 tsp black pepper
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Instructions
- Step 1: Thinly slice 2 chicken breasts (8 oz total) and place in a bowl. Heat 1 tbsp sesame oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat. Add chicken and cook for 5-6 minutes per side until golden and cooked through; remove and set aside.
- Step 2: In the same skillet, add 1.5 cups chopped broccoli florets and 1 red and 1 yellow bell pepper (thinly sliced). Stir-fry for 3-4 minutes until vegetables are bright green and tender-crisp.
- Step 3: Add 3 tbsp coconut aminos, 1 tsp minced ginger, 2 minced garlic cloves, 1/4 tsp salt, and 1/4 tsp black pepper to the skillet. Simmer for 2 minutes until sauce thickens slightly, then return chicken to the skillet. Toss to coat evenly and sprinkle with 1 tsp toasted sesame seeds before serving.
Frequently asked questions
How long does Sesame-Glazed Chicken Stir-Fry with Broccoli take to make?
Total time is about 25 minutes (15 min prep + 10 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 Sesame-Glazed Chicken Stir-Fry with Broccoli?
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 (8 oz total) chicken breast from drying out.
Can I substitute ingredients in Sesame-Glazed Chicken Stir-Fry with Broccoli?
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 Sesame-Glazed Chicken Stir-Fry with Broccoli 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 Sesame-Glazed Chicken Stir-Fry with Broccoli?
Asian asian 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
- ★★★★★
This recipe was a hit at my dinner party! The sesame glaze was perfect and the chicken was so tender.
- ★★★★☆
Loved the flavor, but the broccoli took a bit longer to cook than expected. Still, a great weeknight meal.
- ★★★★☆
Loved it! Easy and delicious, my kids loved it too.
