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Published: March 26, 2019 Last Modified: July 19, 2019 By Sara 221 Comments

Chicken and Broccoli Stir Fry

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This recipe for chicken and broccoli stir fry is a classic dish of chicken sauteed with fresh broccoli florets and coated in a savory sauce. You can have a healthy and easy dinner on the table in 30 minutes!

There’s nothing better than a good stir fry, I always make honey garlic chicken stir fry, teriyaki shrimp and this easy chicken and broccoli dish.

Chicken and broccoli stir fry with mushrooms, all coated in a savory sauce.

There’s nothing better than a quick and easy dinner recipe for when you don’t have a lot of time to cook, and this chicken and broccoli stir fry definitely fits the bill. This dish tastes like something you’d order at a Chinese restaurant, except it’s better for you (and cheaper!).

A skillet of chicken and broccoli stir fry with a spatula in it.

How do you make chicken and broccoli stir fry?

This recipe starts with broccoli and mushrooms, which are sauteed to tender perfection along with some garlic and ginger. After the veggies are cooked through, the chicken goes into the pan to brown. The final step is an easy sauce which gets poured over the chicken and vegetables to simmer. Add some steamed rice on the side and dinner is served!

Broccoli florets and sliced mushrooms on a cutting board.

HOW DO YOU COOK CHICKEN FOR STIR FRY?

The best way to cook chicken for stir fry is to season it with salt and pepper, then sear it in oil in a hot pan until browned and cooked through. Be careful not to overcrowd your pan; if you add too much meat at once, the chicken will steam instead of brown.

Sauteed chicken pieces, broccoli florets and mushrooms in a pan.

WHAT KIND OF SAUCE DO YOU PUT IN A STIR FRY?

Most stir fry sauces are made with soy sauce, garlic, and other seasonings such as sesame oil, ginger, rice vinegar, chicken broth or chili sauce. One important component of stir fry sauce is a thickening agent, such as cornstarch. A thicker sauce will cling better to your chicken and vegetables. This recipe calls for oyster sauce, which is a salty Asian sauce that can be found in the ethnic aisle of most grocery stores. If you can’t find oyster sauce or prefer not to use it, you can substitute hoisin sauce.

A stir fry of chicken broccoli and mushrooms in a skillet with a spatula.

Tips for chicken and broccoli stir fry

  • I like to start a pot of rice at the same time as I start my chicken stir fry – the rice will be done at the same time as your meat and veggies and you’ll have a complete meal in 30 minutes.
  • Not a fan of mushrooms? You can add more broccoli instead, or try some sliced carrots.
  • This recipe can easily be doubled and is a great meal prep option.
  • For a different flavor, you can use shrimp or even thinly sliced flank steak instead of the chicken.

A spatula scooping chicken and broccoli stir fry out of a pan.

My family has already requested that I make this chicken and broccoli stir fry again soon, I think next time I may switch out the mushrooms for bell peppers to add a little variety – that’s the beauty of this type of dish, it’s so easy to customize to your personal taste!

More great Asian food recipes

  • Sesame Chicken
  • Mongolian Beef
  • Sweet and Sour Chicken
  • Pepper Steak Stir Fry
  • Homemade Egg Rolls

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Chicken and Broccoli Stir Fry

This recipe for chicken and broccoli stir fry is a classic dish of chicken sauteed with fresh broccoli florets and coated in a savory sauce. You can have a healthy and easy dinner on the table in less than 30 minutes!
Course Main
Cuisine Asian
Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 20 minutes
Total Time 30 minutes
Servings 4 servings
Calories 308kcal
Author Sara Welch

Ingredients

  • 1 pound boneless skinless chicken breast cut into 1 inch pieces
  • 1 tablespoon + 1 teaspoon vegetable oil
  • 2 cups small broccoli florets
  • 1 cup sliced mushrooms if you don't like mushrooms you can add more broccoli instead
  • 2 teaspoons minced fresh ginger
  • 1 teaspoon minced garlic
  • 1/4 cup oyster sauce
  • 1/4 cup low sodium chicken broth or water
  • 1 teaspoon sugar
  • 2 teaspoons toasted sesame oil
  • 1 teaspoon soy sauce
  • 1 teaspoon cornstarch
  • salt and pepper to taste

Instructions

  • Heat 1 teaspoon of oil in a large frying pan over medium heat. Add the broccoli and mushrooms and cook for approximately 4 minutes or until vegetables are tender.
  • Add the ginger and garlic to the pan and cook for 30 seconds more.
  • Remove the vegetables from the pan; place them on a plate and cover.
  • Wipe the pan clean with a paper towel and turn the heat to high. Add the remaining tablespoon of oil.
  • Season the chicken pieces with salt and pepper and add them to the pan in a single layer - you may need to do this step in batches. Cook for 3-4 minutes on each side until golden brown and cooked through.
  • Add the vegetables back to the pan and cook for 2 more minutes or until the vegetables are warmed through.
  • In a bowl whisk together the oyster sauce, chicken broth, sugar, sesame oil and soy sauce. In a small bowl mix the cornstarch with a tablespoon of cold water.
  • Pour the oyster sauce mixture over the chicken and vegetables; cook for 30 seconds. Add the cornstarch and bring to a boil; cook for 1 more minute or until sauce has just started to thicken.
  • Serve immediately, with rice if desired.

Nutrition

Calories: 308kcal | Carbohydrates: 15g | Protein: 37g | Fat: 12g | Saturated Fat: 2g | Cholesterol: 96mg | Sodium: 796mg | Fiber: 1g | Sugar: 6g
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    Comments

    1. Lisa says

      June 2, 2020 at 6:08 pm

      Can it be made without sugar ?

      Reply
      • Sara says

        June 2, 2020 at 10:46 pm

        Yes that’s fine!

        Reply
    2. Jill Corey says

      May 29, 2020 at 6:50 pm

      5 stars
      Made this tonight. It wAs fantastic! Followed recipe to a T. Thank you!!

      Reply
    3. Sophia Brush says

      May 26, 2020 at 4:32 pm

      How much is one serving?

      Reply
      • Sara says

        May 26, 2020 at 5:05 pm

        1 1/2 cups!

        Reply
    4. Kerry says

      May 14, 2020 at 6:29 am

      I don’t have any oyster sauce! Could I substitute with teriyaki or nam pla?

      Reply
      • Sara says

        May 14, 2020 at 2:25 pm

        Yes teriyaki will work!

        Reply
    5. Karen says

      April 23, 2020 at 12:50 pm

      5 stars
      I have now tried the beef broccoli and this chicken broccoli with fried rice and then with white rice. Both are absolutely delicious! My family loved both! I used boneless chicken thighs in lieu of breasts but only because we already do a lot of chicken breast recipes. It was excellent! We will be doing both again . Easy , fast and really good! Thank you! 😊

      Reply
    6. Jodi says

      April 21, 2020 at 10:21 am

      5 stars
      Made this last night, because I have been craving Chinese. This recipe was SOOO good! Better than most Chinese take-out places in my area. Love finding a good Chinese recipe for home that actually tastes like it’s from the restaurant. I did make one change, I used ginger paste instead of fresh grated ginger (just for the simplicty). Will definitely be adding this to the rotation!

      Reply
    7. Jeri Hesh says

      April 14, 2020 at 9:58 am

      If substituting Hoisin Sauce, how much should you use?

      Reply
      • Sara says

        April 14, 2020 at 3:05 pm

        The same amount as the oyster sauce, just omit the sugar.

        Reply
    8. Mubashira says

      April 9, 2020 at 1:59 am

      Can I replace oyster sauce with Worcestershire sauce?

      Reply
      • Sara says

        April 10, 2020 at 3:01 pm

        I haven’t tried it that way, but if you do I’d recommend just using 1 tablespoon of Worcestershire. Hoisin sauce also works.

        Reply
    9. Kimmy says

      April 5, 2020 at 4:18 pm

      Made this today and it was incredibly delicious! Thanks!

      Reply
    10. dee says

      April 3, 2020 at 8:33 am

      5 stars
      I liked it but would’ve liked it to be either sweeter or spicier. It was just kind of right down the middle. I think I’ll use a fiery sesame oil and add some more brown sugar. Overall, would definitely try it again!

      Reply
    11. Jessica says

      March 8, 2020 at 6:21 pm

      5 stars
      My goodness this was very tasty ! I did double the sauce and i added a little brown sugar to it . Very good recipe!

      Reply
    12. Sophie Prestwich says

      March 7, 2020 at 5:31 am

      Could you make a big batch of the the sauce?

      Reply
      • Sara says

        March 9, 2020 at 10:55 am

        Yes that’s totally fine!

        Reply
    13. King of relish says

      February 12, 2020 at 6:08 am

      I made it with spicy mango sauce instead of oysters sauce… It was amazing.

      Reply
    14. Carlie Bennett says

      February 6, 2020 at 2:23 pm

      Would it still be good without oyster sauce?

      Reply
      • Sara says

        February 7, 2020 at 9:41 am

        You would need to substitute something else such as hoisin sauce!

        Reply
        • INDIANGUY says

          February 18, 2020 at 12:38 pm

          Can I sub with Worcestershire sauce ?

          Reply
          • Sara says

            February 18, 2020 at 3:04 pm

            What are you looking to substitute?

            Reply
            • IndianGuy says

              February 19, 2020 at 5:33 am

              the oyster sauce

    15. Bea says

      January 29, 2020 at 5:04 pm

      This is my go to stir fry recipe! I change up the vegetables depending on what I have in the refrigerator.

      Reply
    16. Maria says

      January 29, 2020 at 10:05 am

      5 stars
      This was so easy to prepare! It’s delicious, too!

      Reply
    17. Janina says

      January 24, 2020 at 2:40 am

      5 stars
      I cooked this for dinner. My husband loved it! Delicious and easy to make. Will cook this again for him.❤

      Reply
    18. Erika says

      January 20, 2020 at 3:34 pm

      5 stars
      By far one of the best recipes I’ve tried on Pinterest, super easy, doubled the sauce served with rice 🙂

      Reply
    19. Stella says

      January 18, 2020 at 12:21 pm

      5 stars
      Easy to make and delicious

      Reply
    20. Michelle says

      January 17, 2020 at 3:34 pm

      5 stars
      Absolutely delicious and easy! Beautiful rich, flavorful sauce, very authentic. A GREAT dinner option while I’m trying to lose weight … with some brown rice it’s about a 450 calorie meal that is VERY satisfying.
      LOVE IT!

      Reply
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