Here’s a simple and tasty recipe for stir-fried broccoli, carrots, and chicken!
Ingredients:
- 1 lb chicken breast or thigh, thinly sliced
- 1 head of broccoli, cut into florets
- 2 large carrots, julienned or thinly sliced
- 2 tbsp vegetable oil (or sesame oil for extra flavor)
- 3 cloves garlic, minced
- 1-inch piece of ginger, minced (optional)
- 3 tbsp soy sauce
- 2 tbsp oyster sauce (optional)
- 1 tbsp honey or brown sugar (optional for sweetness)
- 1 tbsp rice vinegar or lemon juice
- 1/2 tsp red pepper flakes (optional, for a little heat)
- Salt and pepper to taste
- Cooked rice (for serving, optional)
Instructions:
- Prepare the ingredients:
- Slice the chicken into thin strips or bite-sized pieces.
- Cut the broccoli into small florets.
- Peel and julienne the carrots or slice them thinly.
- Cook the chicken:
- Heat 1 tablespoon of oil in a large pan or wok over medium-high heat.
- Add the chicken slices to the pan and season with a pinch of salt and pepper.
- Stir-fry for 4-5 minutes, or until the chicken is cooked through and lightly browned. Remove from the pan and set aside.
- Cook the vegetables:
- In the same pan, add the remaining tablespoon of oil.
- Add the garlic and ginger (if using), stirring for about 30 seconds until fragrant.
- Add the carrots and stir-fry for 2-3 minutes, until they begin to soften.
- Add the broccoli and continue stir-frying for another 3-4 minutes, until the vegetables are tender-crisp.
- Combine everything:
- Return the cooked chicken to the pan.
- Add the soy sauce, oyster sauce (if using), honey (if using), and rice vinegar (or lemon juice).
- Stir everything together and cook for another 1-2 minutes, allowing the sauce to thicken slightly and the flavors to combine.
- Finish and serve:
- Taste and adjust seasoning with extra salt, pepper, or red pepper flakes if desired.
- Serve hot over rice (optional).
Enjoy your stir-fried broccoli, carrots, and chicken! It’s a healthy, flavorful meal that comes together quickly.
