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Chicken and Broccoli Stir Fry

Cultural Context

Originating from Chinese cuisine, stir-frying is a cooking technique that emphasizes quick cooking over high heat, preserving the flavor and texture of ingredients. Chicken and broccoli stir fry is a popular dish that showcases the harmony of protein and vegetables, often enjoyed for its balance of flavors and nutrition. This dish has gained global popularity, with many variations adapting to local tastes and available ingredients.

ChineseCNmain
30 min
easy
4 servings
Servings4
1 lb chicken thigh
1 teaspoon salt
1 teaspoon black pepper
2 tablespoons vegetable oil
1 cup pineapple chunks
3 tablespoons soy sauce
2 cups broccoli florets
2 tablespoons sesame seeds

Quantities are estimated based on standard recipes for your convenience. The actual ingredients used in this video are accurate.

chicken breast

🥗Healthier: tofu

💰Cheaper: chicken thighs

Tofu is plant-based and lower in calories, while chicken thighs are often less expensive.

soy sauce

🥗Healthier: low-sodium soy sauce

💰Cheaper: tamari

Low-sodium soy sauce reduces sodium intake, while tamari is gluten-free.

sesame oil

🥗Healthier: olive oil

💰Cheaper: canola oil

Olive oil offers healthier fats, while canola oil is often more affordable.

cornstarch

🥗Healthier: arrowroot powder

💰Cheaper: flour

Arrowroot is a gluten-free thickener, while flour is usually cheaper.

1

Season one side of the chicken thigh with salt and pepper.

2

Add oil to a pan and start frying the chicken thigh.

3

Open a can of pineapple chunks and pour some into a small bowl.

4

Add soy sauce to the pineapple in the bowl to make a quick sauce.

5

Chop the tops off the broccoli and chop the stems thinner.

6

Once the chicken is almost done, remove it from the pan and slice it up.

7

Add the chopped broccoli to the pan with the reserved chicken fat.

8

Add the pineapple chunks and the sauce to the pan with the broccoli.

9

Let the mixture reduce for about 30 seconds.

10

Add the sliced chicken back into the pan and cook for another minute.

11

Plate the stir fry and sprinkle with sesame seeds.

Cooking Techniques

slicingmarinatingstir-frying

Equipment Needed

pan

Spice Level:

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Allergens

soy

Also Known As

Stir-Fried Chicken with BroccoliChicken Broccoli Stir-Fry

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