Tonight, make an easy, healthy Chicken & Broccoli Stir-Fry with Brown Rice. Start by cooking 1 cup brown rice (it takes about 45 minutes). While it cooks, prep your broccoli and chicken, then whisk a quick sauce with soy sauce, rice vinegar, sesame oil, cornstarch, and water.
Heat a pan, sauté onion, garlic, and ginger until fragrant, then add 1.5 lb chicken (bite-size pieces) and cook until nicely browned. Toss in the broccoli, pour in the sauce, and stir-fry until the sauce turns glossy and the broccoli is tender-crisp. Serve it over the brown rice for a simple dinner that’s ready in under an hour. Enjoy!
Ingredients:
Meat, Eggs, & Dairy
- 1 1/2 pounds chicken breast
Fresh Produce & Herbs
- 1 head broccoli
- 1 medium yellow onion
- 1 inch ginger
Seasonings & Spices
- 2 cloves garlic
- 1/2 teaspoon red pepper flakes
- 1/4 teaspoon black pepper
Pantry Items
- 1 cup brown rice
- 2 tablespoons soy sauce
- 1 tablespoon rice vinegar
- 1 tablespoon sesame oil
- 1 tablespoon cornstarch
- 2 tablespoons water
Step 1: Cook the Rice
Cook the brown rice according to package directions. Set aside once cooked.
- 1 cup brown rice
Step 2: Prepare the Chicken
In a medium bowl, whisk together soy sauce, rice vinegar, sesame oil, cornstarch, and water. Set aside.
- 2 tablespoons soy sauce (low sodium)
- 1 tablespoon rice vinegar
- 1 tablespoon sesame oil
- 1 tablespoon cornstarch
- 2 tablespoons water
Step 3: Saute Aromatics
Heat a large skillet or wok over medium-high heat. Add the sliced onion and cook until softened, about 3-4 minutes. Add the minced garlic and grated ginger, and cook for another minute until fragrant.
- 1 medium yellow onion (thinly sliced)
- 2 cloves garlic (minced)
- 1 inch ginger (grated)
Step 4: Cook the Chicken
Add the chicken to the skillet and cook until browned and cooked through.
- 1.5 pounds chicken breast (cut into 1-inch pieces)
Step 5: Add Broccoli and Sauce
Add the broccoli florets to the skillet. Pour the sauce over the chicken and broccoli. Cook, stirring occasionally, until the broccoli is tender-crisp and the sauce has thickened, about 5-7 minutes. Add red pepper flakes if desired.
- 1 large head broccoli (cut into florets)
- Sauce from Step 2
- 0.5 teaspoon red pepper flakes (optional)
- 0.25 teaspoon black pepper
Step 6: Combine and Serve
Serve the chicken and broccoli stir-fry over the cooked brown rice.
- Cooked rice from Step 1
- Stir-fry from Step 5
Tips for Experienced Cooks
For an experienced chef, consider layering umami flavors by using a splash of fish sauce or a touch of oyster sauce in the marinade. To achieve restaurant-quality stir-fry, use a wok and cook over high heat while constantly stirring to caramelize the chicken and veggies. You can also experiment with adding other vegetables like bell peppers, snap peas, or baby corn for additional texture and flavor.
