Stir-Fried Gingered Chicken with Broccoli

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A quick, flavorful one-pan meal featuring tender chicken breast and crisp broccoli in a zesty ginger-coconut aminos sauce for sustained energy. This asian-inspired whole30 (low-carb) ready in about 20 minutes pairs chicken breast, broccoli, ginger for a weeknight-friendly dinner that comes together with one pan and minimal cleanup. Each serving lands at about 285 calories and feeds 1, 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: 10 min Serves 1 Asian cuisine 285 cal/serving
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Ingredients

Instructions

  1. Step 1: Slice 6 oz chicken breast into 1/2-inch strips. Season with 1/4 tsp sea salt and 1/8 tsp black pepper. Mince 1 tbsp fresh ginger and set aside.
  2. Step 2: Heat 1 tsp olive oil and 1 tsp sesame oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat until shimmering.
  3. Step 3: Add chicken strips and stir-fry for 5-6 minutes until golden brown and cooked through, removing from pan as it finishes.
  4. Step 4: Add 1.5 cups broccoli florets to the skillet with a splash of water, cover, and steam for 3 minutes until bright green.
  5. Step 5: Return chicken to pan, add 2 tbsp coconut aminos and minced ginger, and toss for 1 minute until sauce thickens and coats everything.

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Frequently asked questions

How long does Stir-Fried Gingered Chicken with Broccoli take to make?

Total time is about 20 minutes (10 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 Gingered 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 chicken breast from drying out.

Can I substitute ingredients in Stir-Fried Gingered 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 Stir-Fried Gingered Chicken with Broccoli for a different number of people?

The recipe is written for 1 servings. Multiply each ingredient by (your serving target / 1). 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 Gingered Chicken with Broccoli low-carb?

Yes — this recipe is tagged 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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