Stir-Fried Sesame Chicken with Broccoli and Scallions

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A savory stir-fry featuring tender chicken breast, crisp broccoli, and scallions in a rich sesame-soy sauce. This chinese-inspired stir fry ready in about 25 minutes pairs thinly sliced chicken breast, broccoli florets, sliced into 1-inch pieces scallions for a weeknight-friendly dinner that comes together with one pan and minimal cleanup. Each serving lands at about 320 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: 10 min Cook: 15 min Serves 4 Chinese cuisine 320 cal/serving
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Ingredients

Instructions

  1. Step 1: Toss 1 lb thinly sliced chicken breast with 1 tbsp cornstarch until evenly coated to help the sauce stick and create a velvety texture.
  2. Step 2: Heat 2 tbsp vegetable oil in a large wok over medium-high heat until shimmering. Add the chicken and stir-fry for 4-5 minutes until the edges turn golden and chicken is nearly cooked through.
  3. Step 3: Add 3 cloves minced garlic and 1 tbsp grated fresh ginger to the wok, stirring for 30 seconds until fragrant but not browned.
  4. Step 4: Add 2 cups broccoli florets and 4 sliced scallions, stir-frying for 3-4 minutes until broccoli is bright green and tender-crisp.
  5. Step 5: Mix 3 tbsp soy sauce, 2 tbsp sesame oil, and 1/4 cup water in a small bowl; pour into the wok and cook for 2 minutes until the sauce thickens and coats the chicken and vegetables beautifully.
  6. Step 6: Sprinkle 1 tbsp toasted sesame seeds over the stir-fry just before serving for a nutty finish.

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Frequently asked questions

How long does Stir-Fried Sesame Chicken with Broccoli and Scallions 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 Sesame Chicken with Broccoli and Scallions?

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 thinly sliced chicken breast from drying out.

Can I substitute ingredients in Stir-Fried Sesame Chicken with Broccoli and Scallions?

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 Sesame Chicken with Broccoli and Scallions 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 Sesame Chicken with Broccoli and Scallions?

Chinese stir fry 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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