Broccoli Chicken Fry (Print Version)
# Ingredients:
→ Poultry and Veggies
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450 g broccoli florets (around 5 cups), trimmed into small pieces
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2 tbsp oil for cooking, divided (light olive oil works well)
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450 g skinless chicken breast, diced into 2 cm chunks
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1 yellow onion, sliced into thin strips
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225 g white mushrooms, sliced thickly
→ Sauce for Stir Fry
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160 ml chicken broth, low sodium
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3 tbsp low-sodium soy or Tamari (add extra to your liking)
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2 tbsp packed light brown sugar or honey if you prefer
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1 tbsp cornstarch
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1 tbsp sesame oil
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1 tsp freshly grated ginger, peeled first
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1 tsp garlic, grated fresh (about 2 small cloves)
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1/4 tsp ground black pepper, more as needed for seasoning
# Instructions:
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In a small mixing bowl, pour in the chicken broth followed by soy sauce, sugar, sesame oil, cornstarch, grated ginger, garlic, and pepper. Use a whisk to mix until the sugar and cornstarch are fully blended. Warm broth will speed up this process. Keep this aside.
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Sprinkle a little black pepper on the chicken chunks. Heat a large skillet or wok on medium-high, then add 1 tbsp of oil. Spread the chicken evenly over the surface and leave it untouched for about 1 minute. Stir occasionally and cook for 5 minutes, or until they’re golden brown and no longer pink inside. Move the chicken to a bowl and cover loosely.
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With the same pan, pour in the remaining tablespoon of oil. Toss in the broccoli, onions, and mushrooms. Stir the mixture around for 3 minutes or until the mushrooms soften and the broccoli has a bit of a crunch. Lower the heat to a medium-low setting.
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Stir the prepared sauce one more time to mix any settled cornstarch. Pour the sauce into the skillet with the veggies. Let it simmer gently for 3–4 minutes, stirring every now and then, until it becomes thick and flavorful. Add water in small amounts if the sauce feels too thick.
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Put the cooked chicken back into the skillet, and give everything a quick stir for about 30 seconds to heat it through. Taste and add more soy sauce if needed. Serve right away over freshly steamed rice.
# Notes:
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Make sure everything is chopped and ready before starting—this comes together fast.