The SECRET To Chicken With Broccoli That Tastes Like Chinese Takeout

chicken breast

🥗Healthier: tofu

💰Cheaper: chicken thighs

Tofu provides a plant-based option, while thighs are often less expensive.

soy sauce

🥗Healthier: low-sodium soy sauce

💰Cheaper: tamari

Low-sodium options reduce salt intake, while tamari is gluten-free.

sesame oil

🥗Healthier: olive oil

💰Cheaper: canola oil

Olive oil offers health benefits, and canola is budget-friendly.

chicken broth

🥗Healthier: homemade broth

💰Cheaper: water with seasoning

Homemade broth is fresher, while water with seasoning is cost-effective.

Cut chicken into bite-sized pieces.

Marinate chicken with soy sauce, ginger, and garlic for 15 minutes.

Heat vegetable oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat until shimmering.

Add marinated chicken to the skillet and cook until browned, about 5-7 minutes.

Remove chicken from skillet and set aside.

In the same skillet, add broccoli, carrots, and bell pepper; stir-fry for 3-4 minutes until tender-crisp.

Add garlic and ginger; cook for an additional minute until fragrant.

Return chicken to the skillet and mix well with vegetables.

In a small bowl, combine cornstarch and chicken broth; stir until smooth.

Pour the cornstarch mixture over the chicken and vegetables; stir until sauce thickens, about 2-3 minutes.

Drizzle sesame oil over the dish and toss to combine.

Garnish with chopped green onions before serving.

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