This girl loves her stir-fry…
I’m talkin’ any kind- beef, pork, chicken, veggie, anything stir-fry gets my tastebuds moving!
And this 15-minute sesame broccoli chicken is no exception, my friends. We’re working with simple ingredients here that are thrown together to make a stir-fry sauce that is then poured over the cooked chicken and broccoli and BAM! Taste bud heaven, baby!
I love it when something is so simple yet tastes so good. We served this with some pastina mustard and we were in love. Taste-bud-loving heaven.
INGREDIENTS USED TO MAKE THIS SESAME BROCCOLI CHICKEN
- Stir-fry: boneless chicken breasts, broccoli, green onions, sesame seeds
- Stir-fry Sauce: soy sauce, sesame oil, rice vinegar, brown sugar, garlic cloves, ground ginger, and cornstarch
HOW TO MAKE THIS SESAME BROCCOLI CHICKEN
- Combine stir-fry sauce ingredients into a bowl and set aside.
- Cook chicken in a wok or skillet with oil until cooked through. Set aside.
- Add broccoli to a wok or skillet and cook for 4-6 minutes or until bright green.
- Add chicken back to the wok or skillet with the broccoli and pour stir-fry sauce over the chicken and broccoli. Toss to combine. Serve!
Suitable Side Dishes
To complement Broccoli Chicken, consider serving it with:
- Steamed Rice: A classic pairing that soaks up the savory sauce.
- Quinoa: A nutritious alternative that adds extra protein and fiber.
- Noodles: Soba or rice noodles can enhance the dish's Asian-inspired flavors.
- Garlic Bread: Adds a delightful crunch and is perfect for sopping up any sauce.
- Mixed Green Salad: A refreshing side that balances the meal with fresh veggies.
Tips for Quick Ingredient Handling Chicken Broccoli Sesame
- Pre-cut Ingredients: Buy pre-chopped broccoli and chicken, or chop them ahead of time to save on prep time.
- Use Frozen Broccoli: Frozen broccoli can be a convenient option and cooks quickly in the microwave.
- Marinate Chicken: If time allows, marinate the chicken in advance to enhance flavor and tenderness.
- One-Pan Cooking: Use a large skillet to cook both the chicken and broccoli together, allowing flavors to meld and minimizing cleanup.
- Have Your Sauces Ready: Prepare your sauces ahead of time or use store-bought options to expedite cooking.
QUICK COOKING RECIPE
Author: Jen Sharpin | So Damn Delish
- Prep Time: 4 minutes
- Cook Time: 11 minutes
- Total Time: 15 minutes
- Yield: 4-6 servings
This sesame chicken broccoli recipe is packed with flavor, uses simple ingredients, and only takes 15 minutes to make.
INGREDIENTS
STIR FRY
- 3 Tablespoons olive oil, divided
- 2 boneless skinless chicken breast, cubed
- 1 bunch broccoli, chopped into small florets
- 2 green onions, thinly sliced
- 1 teaspoon sesame seeds
STIR FRY SAUCE
- 3 T soy sauce
- 1 teaspoon sesame oil
- 2 T rice vinegar
- 2 Tablespoons brown sugar
- 2 garlic cloves, minced
- 1/2 teaspoon ground ginger
- 1 Tablespoon cornstarch
INSTRUCTIONS
- Combine stir-fry sauce ingredients in a small bowl. Whisk to combine. Set aside.
- Heat 2 T olive oil over medium-high heat in a wok or skillet. Add chicken and season with salt and pepper. Cook until chicken is browned and cooked through- 5-8 minutes. Drain water from the chicken and set aside.
- Add 1 Tablespoon olive oil to a wok or skillet. Add broccoli. Saute over medium-high heat for 4-6 minutes or until broccoli is bright green. Add chicken back to the pan.
- Pour sauce over chicken and broccoli. Stir to combine. Add sesame seeds. Stir. Cook for 1-2 more minutes, or until the sauce has thickened. Sprinkle green onion on top. Serve.
Nutritional Facts (per serving)
- Calories: 350
- Sugar: 5g
- Sodium: 600mg
- Fat: 15g
- Saturated Fat: 3g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 30g
- Fiber: 4g
- Protein: 30g
- Cholesterol: 70mg
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Simple Sesame Broccoli Chicken in Just 15 Minutes! A Quick & Tasty Recipe
- Prep Time: 4 minutes
- Cook Time: 11 minutes
- Total Time: 15 minutes
- Yield: 4-6 servings 1x
- Category: 30 Min or Less
Description
This sesame broccoli chicken is packed with flavor, uses simple ingredients, and only takes 15 minutes to make. So simple, why not try with So Damn Delish?
Ingredients
Scale
STIR FRY
- 3 Tablespoons olive oil, divided
- 2 boneless skinless chicken breast, cubed
- 1 bunch broccoli, chopped into small florets
- 2 green onions, thinly sliced
- 1 teaspoon sesame seeds
STIR FRY SAUCE
- 3 T soy sauce
- 1 teaspoon sesame oil
- 2 T rice vinegar
- 2 Tablespoons brown sugar
- 2 garlic cloves, minced
- 1/2 teaspoon ground ginger
- 1 Tablespoon cornstarch
Instructions
- Combine stir-fry sauce ingredients in a small bowl. Whisk to combine. Set aside.
- Heat 2 T olive oil over medium-high heat in a wok or skillet. Add chicken and season with salt and pepper. Cook until chicken is browned and cooked through- 5-8 minutes. Drain water from the chicken and set aside.
- Add 1 Tablespoon olive oil to a wok or skillet. Add broccoli. Saute over medium-high heat for 4-6 minutes or until broccoli is bright green. Add chicken back to the pan.
- Pour sauce over chicken and broccoli. Stir to combine. Add sesame seeds. Stir. Cook for 1-2 more minutes, or until the sauce has thickened. Sprinkle green onion on top. Serve.
Notes
- Pre-cut Ingredients: Buy pre-chopped broccoli and chicken, or chop them ahead of time to save on prep time.
- Use Frozen Broccoli: Frozen broccoli can be a convenient option and cooks quickly in the microwave.
- Marinate Chicken: If time allows, marinate the chicken in advance to enhance flavor and tenderness.
- One-Pan Cooking: Use a large skillet to cook both the chicken and broccoli together, allowing flavors to meld and minimizing cleanup.
- Have Your Sauces Ready: Prepare your sauces ahead of time or use store-bought options to expedite cooking.
Nutrition
- Calories: 350
- Sugar: 5g
- Sodium: 600mg
- Fat: 15g
- Saturated Fat: 3g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 30g
- Fiber: 4g
- Protein: 30g
- Cholesterol: 70mg
