Stir-Fried Chicken with Broccoli

Stir-Fried Chicken with Broccoli is a vibrant and flavorful dish that combines tender chicken with crisp broccoli in a savory gluten-free sauce. Perfect for a quick midnight meal, this dish is both satisfying and nutritious.

Ingredients

• Chicken breast - 250 grams, sliced into thin strips
• Broccoli florets - 200 grams
• Garlic - 2 cloves, minced
• Ginger - 1 teaspoon, grated
• Gluten-free soy sauce - 2 tablespoons
• Sesame oil - 1 tablespoon
• Cornstarch - 1 tablespoon
• Water - 100 ml
• Vegetable oil - 1 tablespoon
• Salt - to taste
• Black pepper - to taste

Steps

1. In a small bowl, mix the gluten-free soy sauce, cornstarch, and water to create a marinade. Add the sliced chicken and let it marinate for 10 minutes.
2. While the chicken is marinating, prepare the broccoli by blanching it in boiling water for 2 minutes, then drain and set aside.
3. Heat the vegetable oil in a large skillet or wok over medium-high heat. Add garlic and ginger, sautéing for about 30 seconds until fragrant.
4. Add the marinated chicken to the skillet and stir-fry for 5-7 minutes until it is cooked through and no longer pink.
5. Add the blanched broccoli to the skillet and stir-fry for an additional 3-4 minutes.
6. Pour in the sesame oil and season with salt and black pepper to taste. Stir well to combine all ingredients.
7. Serve hot over rice or enjoy as is.

Nutrition

• Calories: 350
• Protein: 30 g
• Carbs: 15 g
• Fiber: 3 g
• Sugar: 2 g
• Sodium: 720 mg
• Cholesterol: 85 mg
• Total Fat: 15 g
• Saturated Fat: 2 g
• Unsaturated Fat: 10 g
• Water: 0.2 L

Health Benefits

• High in protein, which supports muscle growth and repair.
• Rich in vitamins and minerals from broccoli, promoting overall health.

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