15-Minute Chicken & Broccoli Stir-fry

Name: 15-Minute Chicken & Broccoli Stir-fry
Prep time: 8 min
Cook time: 7 min
Total time: 15 min
Yield: 4 servings
Cuisine: chinese
Ingredients: 500 g chicken breast (boneless, skinless, sliced into thin strips); 300 g broccoli (cut into small florets); 2 tbsp soy sauce; 1 tbsp oyster sauce; 1 tsp cornstarch; 1 tsp sesame oil; 2 tbsp vegetable oil; 4 pcs garlic (cloves, minced); 1 inch ginger (peeled and grated); 3 tbsp water; 1 pinch salt; 1 pinch black pepper

RATING

0.0/5

TASTE SCORE

8/10

Tender strips of chicken and crisp broccoli florets tossed in a savory, garlicky soy sauce. This quick weeknight stir-fry comes together in just 15 minutes and tastes better than takeout. Serve it over steamed rice for a complete, satisfying meal.

PREP

COOK

SERVES

1 CUP

320 cal

SERVINGS

METHOD · 6 STEPS

prep · ~3 min
Blanch the broccoli.
1.Bring a small pot of water to a rolling boil.
2.Add broccoli florets and boil for 1 minute until bright green.
3.Drain immediately and rinse under cold water to stop cooking. Set aside.
mix
Make the stir-fry sauce.
In a small bowl, whisk together soy sauce, oyster sauce, cornstarch, sesame oil, water, and black pepper until the cornstarch dissolves completely.
fry · ~4 min
Sear the chicken.
1.Heat vegetable oil in a wok or large skillet over high heat until shimmering.
2.Spread the chicken strips in a single layer and let them sear undisturbed for 1 minute.
3.Stir-fry for another 2-3 minutes until golden and just cooked through.
TIPDon't overcrowd the pan — cook in two batches if needed, or the chicken will steam instead of sear.
saute · ~2 min
Cook the aromatics and broccoli.
1.Push the chicken to the sides of the wok, creating a well in the center.
2.Add the minced garlic and grated ginger to the well and stir for 30 seconds until fragrant.
3.Add the blanched broccoli florets and toss everything together.
simmer · ~2 min
Add the sauce and finish.
1.Pour the prepared sauce over the chicken and broccoli.
2.Toss continuously for 1-2 minutes as the sauce thickens and coats everything evenly.
3.Season with a pinch of salt and remove from heat immediately.
TIPThe sauce thickens fast — toss continuously and don't walk away.
serve
Serve immediately over steamed rice.

PRO TIPS

What to keep in mind.

7 tips from the recipe — small details that make a real difference to the final dish.

1
Slice chicken against the grain for tender, bite-sized strips that cook evenly.
2
Blanch broccoli for exactly 1 minute, then shock in cold water to lock in bright color and crunch.
3
Use a wok or large skillet over high heat — the key to good stir-fry is high heat and quick cooking.
4
Pre-measure your sauce ingredients before you start cooking; the stir-fry comes together in seconds.
5
Do not skip the cornstarch in the sauce — it gives the glossy, clingy finish that coats every piece.
6
Cook chicken in a single layer without moving it for the first minute to develop a golden sear.
7
Keep leftover stir-fry in an airtight container in the fridge for up to 3 days; reheat in a hot skillet.

RECIPE VARIATIONS

Adapt it for your goals.

low oil

Low-oil

Reduce vegetable oil to 1 tbsp and use a nonstick pan; you can also stir-fry the chicken in a splash of chicken broth instead of oil to lower fat without sacrificing moisture.

high protein

High-protein

Double the chicken to 1 kg and add a handful of shelled edamame or sliced bell peppers for extra protein and color — great for post-workout meals.

vegan

Vegan

Substitute chicken with firm tofu (pressed and cubed) or king oyster mushrooms sliced into strips; replace oyster sauce with mushroom stir-fry sauce or tamari for a fully plant-based dish.

jain

Jain

Use only the broccoli florets (no stems) and replace garlic and ginger with a pinch of asafoetida and a bit of dried ginger powder to honor Jain dietary restrictions while keeping flavor.

spicy sichuan

Spicy-sichuan

Add 1-2 tsp of Sichuan peppercorn oil and a small dried chili while cooking the aromatics; finish with a sprinkle of chili flakes for a numbing, spicy kick.

HEALTH BENEFITS