Stir-Fried Ginger Chicken with Broccoli and Sesame

By AislePrompt Editorial · Published 2026-06-03 · Updated 2026-06-03

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A quick stir-fry combining tender chicken with vibrant broccoli and fragrant ginger, finished with toasted sesame for a nutty touch. This Asian-inspired stir-fry recipe (gluten-free option), ready in about 22 minutes, pairs chicken breast, broccoli florets, fresh ginger for a weeknight-friendly dinner that comes together with one pan and minimal cleanup. Each serving lands at about 280 calories and feeds 3, 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.

Prep: 10 min Cook: 12 min Serves 3 Asian cuisine 280 cal/serving

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Ingredients

12 oz, thinly sliced chicken breast
2 cups broccoli florets
1 tbsp, finely grated fresh ginger
3, minced garlic cloves
3 tbsp soy sauce
1 tbsp sesame oil
2 tbsp vegetable oil
1 tbsp toasted sesame seeds
2, sliced diagonally green onions
1 tsp honey

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Instructions

Step 1: Heat 2 tbsp vegetable oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat until shimmering. Add 12 oz thinly sliced chicken breast and stir-fry for 4-5 minutes until no longer pink and edges start to brown.
Step 2: Add 1 tbsp finely grated fresh ginger and 3 minced garlic cloves to the skillet, stirring for 30 seconds until fragrant.
Step 3: Toss in 2 cups broccoli florets, 3 tbsp soy sauce, 1 tsp honey, and stir-fry for 3-4 minutes until broccoli is tender-crisp and sauce thickens slightly.
Step 4: Drizzle 1 tbsp sesame oil over the stir-fry, sprinkle 1 tbsp toasted sesame seeds and 2 sliced green onions, then toss gently to combine before serving.