Description
A quick and flavorful Garlic Chicken with Broccoli recipe that combines tender chicken breasts sautéed with aromatic garlic and steamed broccoli in a savory soy and chicken broth sauce. Perfect for a healthy weeknight dinner served alone or over rice or noodles.
Ingredients
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Chicken and Vegetables
- 4 chicken breasts, sliced
- 1 cup broccoli florets
- 4 cloves garlic, minced
Liquids and Seasonings
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 1/2 cup chicken broth
- 1 tablespoon soy sauce
- Salt and pepper, to taste
Instructions
- Heat the olive oil: Warm 2 tablespoons of olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat to prepare for cooking the chicken.
- Cook the chicken: Add the sliced chicken breasts to the skillet and sauté for 5–6 minutes until they turn golden brown and are cooked through.
- Add the garlic: Stir in the minced garlic and cook for about 1 minute until the garlic becomes fragrant but not burnt.
- Add liquids: Pour in 1/2 cup of chicken broth and 1 tablespoon of soy sauce, stirring well to combine all the flavors.
- Steam the broccoli: Add the broccoli florets to the skillet, cover it with a lid, and let the broccoli steam for 5–7 minutes until tender but still crisp.
- Season: Taste and season with salt and pepper as desired to enhance the flavors.
- Serve: Enjoy the garlic chicken and broccoli on its own or serve it over rice, noodles, or cauliflower rice for a complete meal.
Notes
- Use breast or thigh chicken depending on preference; adjust cooking time accordingly.
- For a gluten-free version, use tamari or a gluten-free soy sauce alternative.
- Add red pepper flakes for some heat if desired.
- Broccoli can be substituted with other quick-steam vegetables like snap peas or green beans.
- Ensure not to overcook broccoli to maintain its bright color and crunch.
