30 Minute Chicken and Broccoli
A quick and flavorful dish combining tender chicken and vibrant broccoli in a savory soy sauce glaze, perfect for busy weeknights.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Total Time: 30 minutes
- Yield: 4 servings 1x
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Stir-frying
- Cuisine: Asian
- Diet: Paleo
Ingredients
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- 2 cups broccoli florets
- 1 pound boneless, skinless chicken breasts
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 3 cloves garlic, minced
- 1/4 cup soy sauce
- 1 tablespoon cornstarch
- Salt and pepper to taste
- Cooked rice for serving
Instructions
- Heat the olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat.
- Season the chicken breasts with salt and pepper, add to the skillet, and cook until golden brown, about 5-7 minutes on each side.
- Remove the chicken and set aside.
- In the same skillet, stir-fry the minced garlic and broccoli florets for 3-4 minutes.
- Mix the soy sauce and cornstarch in a small bowl to create a slurry.
- Return the chicken to the skillet, pour the soy sauce mixture over, and cook for an additional 2-3 minutes.
- Serve over cooked rice.
Notes
For a touch of freshness, serve with a side salad or steamed snap peas. This dish pairs well with iced green tea or sparkling water.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 300
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 700mg
- Fat: 14g
- Saturated Fat: 2g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 18g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 28g
- Cholesterol: 70mg
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