Description
30 Minute Chicken and Broccoli is an amazing dish that delivers flavor and nutrition in under half an hour. This recipe combines tender chicken breast with vibrant broccoli, all tossed in a delectable sauce. It’s perfect for busy weeknights when time is short but you still want to serve an impressive meal.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 pound boneless, skinless chicken breasts, cut into bite-sized pieces
- 4 cups broccoli florets
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 3 cloves garlic, minced
- 1/4 cup soy sauce
- 2 tablespoons honey
- 1 tablespoon cornstarch mixed with 2 tablespoons water
- 1 teaspoon ground ginger (optional)
- Salt and pepper to taste
- Cooked rice or noodles (for serving)
Instructions
- Prepare the Ingredients: Gather all your ingredients, chopping the chicken and broccoli, and minced garlic beforehand.
- Heat the Pan: In a large skillet, heat the olive oil over medium-high heat.
- Cook the Chicken: Add the chicken pieces to the pan, season with salt and pepper, and cook until browned and cooked through, about 5-7 minutes.
- Add the Garlic: Stir in the minced garlic and cook for an additional minute, until fragrant.
- Add Broccoli: Toss in the broccoli florets, stirring them into the pan. Cover the skillet and cook for 3-5 minutes or until the broccoli becomes bright green and tender.
- Prepare the Sauce: In a small bowl, combine the soy sauce, honey, and ground ginger. Mix well.
- Thicken the Sauce: Pour the sauce over the chicken and broccoli, stirring to coat evenly. Then add the cornstarch mixture to thicken the sauce. Cook for another minute, until everything is well combined.
- Serve: Remove from heat and serve immediately over prepared rice or noodles.
Notes
- Use fresh ingredients for the best flavor.
- Adjust sauce ingredients to your taste.
- Add nuts like almonds or cashews for extra crunch.
- Pair with whole grains like brown rice or quinoa for increased nutritional value.
- Prep chicken and vegetables earlier in the day for a quicker turnaround.
- For a spicy version, add crushed red pepper flakes or sriracha.
- Add other vegetables like bell peppers, snap peas, or carrots.
- Incorporate lemon or lime juice for a citrus twist.
- Use teriyaki sauce for a sweeter flavor, or increase honey and omit soy sauce for a honey garlic profile.
- Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to three days.
- This dish can be frozen for up to three months.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 15-20 minutes
- Category: Dinner
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 340 kcal
- Sugar: N/A
- Sodium: N/A
- Fat: 10g
- Saturated Fat: N/A
- Unsaturated Fat: N/A
- Trans Fat: N/A
- Carbohydrates: N/A
- Fiber: N/A
- Protein: 30g
- Cholesterol: N/A