Spicy Chicken with Broccoli

Spicy Chicken with Broccoli is a vibrant and flavorful dish that combines tender chicken pieces and crisp broccoli in a spicy sauce that packs a punch. This Halal Chinese lunch dish is perfect for a quick and satisfying meal.

Ingredients

• Boneless chicken breast - 300 grams
• Broccoli florets - 200 grams
• Vegetable oil - 2 tablespoons
• Garlic - 3 cloves, minced
• Ginger - 1 tablespoon, minced
• Red chili flakes - 1 teaspoon
• Soy sauce - 3 tablespoons
• Oyster sauce - 2 tablespoons
• Cornstarch - 1 tablespoon
• Water - 100 milliliters
• Green onions - 2, chopped
• Sesame oil - 1 teaspoon
• Salt - to taste
• Black pepper - to taste

Steps

1. Cut the boneless chicken breast into bite-sized pieces and season with salt and black pepper.
2. In a bowl, mix the soy sauce, oyster sauce, cornstarch, red chili flakes, and water to create the sauce.
3. Heat the vegetable oil in a large skillet or wok over medium-high heat.
4. Add the minced garlic and ginger to the skillet, stirring for about 30 seconds until fragrant.
5. Add the chicken pieces to the skillet, cooking for 5-7 minutes or until they are fully cooked and golden brown.
6. Add the broccoli florets to the skillet and stir-fry for another 3-4 minutes until they are bright green and tender-crisp.
7. Pour the sauce over the chicken and broccoli, stirring to coat evenly. Cook for an additional 2-3 minutes until the sauce thickens.
8. Drizzle with sesame oil and sprinkle chopped green onions on top before serving.

Nutrition

• Calories: 380
• Protein: 36 g
• Carbs: 24 g
• Fiber: 3 g
• Sugar: 3 g
• Sodium: 950 mg
• Cholesterol: 70 mg
• Total Fat: 18 g
• Saturated Fat: 2 g
• Unsaturated Fat: 16 g
• Water: 0.3 L

Health Benefits

• High in protein, which is essential for muscle repair and growth.
• Rich in vitamins and minerals from broccoli, supporting immune health.

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