Stir-Fried Chicken and Broccoli with Ginger-Garlic Sauce

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A quick and flavorful Whole30 stir-fry featuring tender chicken and crisp broccoli tossed in a fragrant ginger-garlic sauce. This asian-inspired whole30 (gluten free) ready in about 25 minutes pairs boneless skinless chicken thighs, broccoli florets, extra virgin olive oil for a weeknight-friendly dinner that comes together with one pan and minimal cleanup. Each serving lands at about 280 calories and feeds 4, so it slots cleanly into a Whole30 week and pairs well with roasted sweet potato or a simple olive-oil 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.

Prep: 10 min Cook: 15 min Serves 4 Asian cuisine 280 cal/serving
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Ingredients

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Instructions

  1. Step 1: Heat 1 tbsp extra virgin olive oil in a large skillet or wok over medium-high heat until shimmering. Add 1 lb thinly sliced chicken thighs and 1/4 tsp sea salt; cook, stirring occasionally, for 5-6 minutes until browned and cooked through. Remove chicken and set aside.
  2. Step 2: Add remaining 1 tbsp olive oil to the skillet, then toss in 3 cups broccoli florets and sauté for 4 minutes until bright green and slightly tender.
  3. Step 3: Stir in 1 tbsp minced fresh ginger and 3 minced garlic cloves; cook for 30 seconds until fragrant.
  4. Step 4: Return chicken to the skillet and pour in 3 tbsp coconut aminos, 1/4 tsp black pepper, and remaining 1/4 tsp sea salt; stir-fry everything together for 2 more minutes until sauce coats the ingredients and is heated through.
  5. Step 5: Remove from heat and garnish with 2 thinly sliced green onions before serving.

Frequently asked questions

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

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 broccoli florets from drying out.

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

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 Ginger-Garlic Sauce 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 Stir-Fried Chicken and Broccoli with Ginger-Garlic Sauce whole30?

Yes — this recipe is tagged whole30, gluten free, low carb based on its ingredient list. Always cross-check labels for packaged ingredients (sauces, broths, condiments) since formulations vary by brand.

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