Description
A quick, nutritious, and flavorful Ground Chicken & Broccoli Stir Fry perfect for busy weeknights. This one-pan meal combines lean ground chicken with crisp broccoli and a savory sauce to deliver a healthy, balanced dinner that’s easy to customize and ready in under 30 minutes.
Ingredients
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Main Ingredients
- 1 lb ground chicken
- 3 cups broccoli florets (bite-sized)
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 tablespoon fresh ginger, minced
- 2 tablespoons soy sauce (or tamari for gluten-free)
- 1 teaspoon sesame oil
- 2 green onions, sliced
- 1/4 teaspoon red pepper flakes (optional)
- 2 tablespoons vegetable or olive oil
Instructions
- Prepare your ingredients: Wash and chop the broccoli into bite-sized florets, mince the garlic and ginger, and slice the green onions. Having everything ready before cooking makes the process fast and seamless.
- Cook the ground chicken: Heat oil in a large skillet or wok over medium-high heat. Add the ground chicken, breaking it apart with a spatula. Cook until browned and no longer pink, about 5-7 minutes.
- Add aromatics and broccoli: Push the chicken to the side of the pan and add the garlic, ginger, and broccoli. Stir fry for 3-4 minutes, allowing the broccoli to brighten in color but still maintain a bit of crunch.
- Add the sauce: Pour in the soy sauce and a drizzle of sesame oil. Stir everything together to coat the chicken and broccoli evenly. Cook for another 1-2 minutes until the sauce thickens slightly and flavors meld.
- Finish with garnishes: Turn off the heat and sprinkle with sliced green onions and red pepper flakes if using. Serve immediately for the best texture and flavor.
Notes
- Do not overcrowd the pan; cook in batches if necessary to ensure even browning and maintain crisp broccoli.
- Use fresh garlic and ginger for more intense flavor.
- Use high heat while stir frying to keep the broccoli bright and chicken juicy.
- Adjust soy sauce quantity based on salt preference and dietary needs.
- Cover the pan briefly after adding broccoli to steam it for tender-crisp results.
- Add toasted sesame seeds or a squeeze of fresh lime juice as an optional garnish.
- Leftovers keep well refrigerated up to 3 days or frozen for up to 2 months.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Stir Fry
- Cuisine: Asian-inspired
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 280
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 600mg
- Fat: 14g
- Saturated Fat: 2.5g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 8g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 28g
- Cholesterol: 80mg