Stir-Fried Chicken and Broccoli with Garlic and Ginger

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Quick-cooked chicken and broccoli tossed in a fragrant garlic-ginger sauce, perfect for busy weeknights with minimal cleanup. This american-inspired whole30 ready in about 25 minutes pairs pound chicken breast, broccoli, garlic for a weeknight-friendly dinner that comes together with one pan and minimal cleanup. Each serving lands at about 300 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.

Prep: 15 min Cook: 10 min Serves 4 American cuisine 300 cal/serving
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Ingredients

Instructions

  1. Step 1: Cut 1 pound chicken breast into 1-inch cubes. Pat dry, then cook in 1 tablespoon coconut oil over medium-high heat for 5–6 minutes until golden, stirring occasionally. Remove chicken and set aside.
  2. Step 2: Add 3 minced garlic cloves and 1 tablespoon minced ginger to skillet; stir 30 seconds until fragrant.
  3. Step 3: Add 2 cups broccoli florets and cook 3–4 minutes until bright green and crisp-tender. Return chicken to skillet, add 2 tablespoons coconut aminos, 1/4 teaspoon salt, and 1/8 teaspoon black pepper. Toss 1 minute until sauce thickens and coats ingredients.

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Frequently asked questions

How long does Stir-Fried Chicken and Broccoli with Garlic and Ginger 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 Stir-Fried Chicken and Broccoli with Garlic and Ginger?

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 pound chicken breast from drying out.

Can I substitute ingredients in Stir-Fried Chicken and Broccoli with Garlic and Ginger?

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 Stir-Fried Chicken and Broccoli with Garlic and Ginger 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 Stir-Fried Chicken and Broccoli with Garlic and Ginger?

American whole30 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.

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