Stir-Fried Chicken with Broccoli and Carrots

This stir-fried chicken with broccoli and carrots is a vibrant and flavorful dish that embodies the essence of Chinese midnight cuisine. Quick and easy to prepare, it's perfect for a late-night snack or a wholesome meal any time of day.

Stir-Fried Chicken with Broccoli and Carrots
20 minutes
Difficulty: Easy
Chinese
320 kcal

Ingredients

  • Chicken breast - 250 grams, sliced thinly
  • Broccoli florets - 150 grams
  • Carrots - 100 grams, julienned
  • Garlic - 2 cloves, minced
  • Ginger - 1 teaspoon, grated
  • Gluten-free soy sauce - 2 tablespoons
  • Sesame oil - 1 tablespoon
  • Cornstarch - 1 tablespoon
  • Olive oil - 2 tablespoons
  • Salt - to taste
  • Black pepper - to taste

Steps

  1. In a bowl, combine sliced chicken with cornstarch, salt, and black pepper. Mix well and let it marinate for about 10 minutes.
  2. Heat olive oil in a large skillet or wok over medium-high heat.
  3. Add the marinated chicken to the skillet and stir-fry for 5-7 minutes until it is browned and cooked through. Remove the chicken from the skillet and set aside.
  4. In the same skillet, add a little more olive oil if needed, then add minced garlic and grated ginger. Stir-fry for about 30 seconds until fragrant.
  5. Add the broccoli florets and julienned carrots to the skillet, and stir-fry for 3-4 minutes until they are tender but still crisp.
  6. Return the chicken to the skillet, pour in the gluten-free soy sauce and sesame oil, and stir everything together. Cook for an additional 2 minutes to heat through.
  7. Taste and adjust seasoning with more salt or pepper if needed. Serve immediately.

Nutrition

  • Calories: 320
  • Protein: 34 g
  • Carbs: 16 g
  • Fiber: 4 g
  • Sugar: 5 g
  • Sodium: 600 mg
  • Cholesterol: 70 mg
  • Total Fat: 14 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 and carrots, promoting overall health.

Tags

ChineseGluten-FreeMidnight