Steamed Ginger-Soy Chicken with Broccoli

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Tender chicken breasts steamed to juicy perfection with a fragrant ginger-soy sauce, paired with crisp steamed broccoli. This asian-inspired chicken (low fat) ready in about 25 minutes pairs (about 12 oz total) chicken breasts, tablespoon, finely grated fresh ginger, tablespoons soy sauce 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.

Prep: 10 min Cook: 15 min Serves 2 Asian cuisine 280 cal/serving
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Instructions

  1. Step 1: Place 2 chicken breasts in a shallow heatproof dish suitable for steaming. Combine 1 tablespoon finely grated fresh ginger, 3 tablespoons soy sauce, 1 teaspoon sesame oil, and 2 minced garlic cloves in a small bowl and pour evenly over the chicken, coating all sides.
  2. Step 2: Arrange 2 cups broccoli florets around the chicken in the dish. Set up a steamer or use a pot with a steaming rack and pour in 1 cup water. Bring the water to a boil over medium-high heat.
  3. Step 3: Place the dish with chicken and broccoli into the steamer setup, cover with a lid, and steam for 15 minutes until the chicken is cooked through and broccoli is tender-crisp.
  4. Step 4: Remove from heat, sprinkle 1/4 teaspoon black pepper and 2 thinly sliced green onions over the top, and serve immediately, spooning any juices from the dish over the chicken.

Frequently asked questions

How long does Steamed Ginger-Soy Chicken with Broccoli 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 Steamed Ginger-Soy Chicken 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 tablespoons soy sauce from drying out.

Can I substitute ingredients in Steamed Ginger-Soy Chicken 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 Steamed Ginger-Soy Chicken with Broccoli for a different number of people?

The recipe is written for 2 servings. Multiply each ingredient by (your serving target / 2). 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 Steamed Ginger-Soy Chicken with Broccoli low fat?

Yes — this recipe is tagged low fat based on its ingredient list. Always cross-check labels for packaged ingredients (sauces, broths, condiments) since formulations vary by brand.

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