Description
Achieve weeknight perfection! Sear bite-sized chicken in sesame oil before tossing with crisp broccoli and savory cremini mushrooms. This quick, healthy stir-fry delivers flavor fast.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1.5 lbs boneless, skinless chicken breast, sliced into bite-sized pieces
- 3 cups fresh broccoli florets
- 8 oz cremini mushrooms, sliced
- 2 tablespoons sesame oil, divided
- 3 cloves garlic, minced
- 1/4 cup low-sodium soy sauce
- 1/4 cup chicken broth
- 1 tablespoon cornstarch
Instructions
- Step 1: In a small bowl, whisk together the low-sodium soy sauce, chicken broth, and cornstarch until the cornstarch is fully dissolved; set aside. Heat 1 tablespoon of sesame oil in a large skillet or wok over medium-high heat.
- Step 2: Add the sliced chicken pieces to the hot wok, ensuring not to overcrowd the pan. Cook for 5-7 minutes, stirring occasionally, until the chicken is fully cooked through and browned. Remove the chicken from the wok and set aside on a clean plate.
- Step 3: Add the remaining 1 tablespoon of sesame oil to the wok. Add the broccoli florets and stir-fry for 3-4 minutes until they begin to soften but are still vibrant green and crisp-tender.
- Step 4: Add the sliced mushrooms and the minced garlic to the wok. Continue to stir-fry for 2-3 minutes, until the mushrooms have released their moisture and softened, and the garlic is fragrant.
- Step 5: Return the cooked chicken to the wok. Give the prepared sauce mixture a quick stir, then pour it over the chicken and vegetables. Cook for 1-2 minutes, stirring constantly, until the sauce has thickened and coats all the ingredients. Serve immediately.
Notes
- Store leftovers immediately in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3 days, cooling the dish quickly to maintain freshness and texture.
- For the best results when reheating, use a dry skillet over medium-high heat instead of the microwave, which tends to make the chicken tough and the sauce watery.
- Elevate this healthy dinner by serving it over a bed of fluffy brown rice or tossing it lightly with pre-cooked soba noodles for an easy noodle twist.
- Always give your prepared cornstarch sauce mixture a quick, vigorous stir right before pouring it into the wok, ensuring the thickening agent hasn't settled at the bottom.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1.5 cups (approx.)
- Calories: 330
- Sodium: 380mg
- Fat: 12g
- Saturated Fat: 2.5g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Protein: 4g