Description
A quick and flavorful garlic chicken with tender steamed broccoli, cooked in a savory garlic soy sauce. Perfect for a healthy weeknight dinner, this recipe uses simple ingredients and comes together in just 20 minutes.
Ingredients
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Chicken and Sauce
- 4 chicken breasts, sliced
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 4 cloves garlic, minced
- 1/2 cup chicken broth
- 1 tablespoon soy sauce
- Salt and pepper, to taste
Vegetables
- 1 cup broccoli florets
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 cook for 5 to 6 minutes, stirring occasionally, until the chicken is browned on the outside and cooked through.
- Add garlic: Stir in the minced garlic and cook for 1 minute, allowing the garlic to become fragrant without burning.
- Add liquids: Pour in the chicken broth and soy sauce, stirring well to combine all the flavors in the skillet.
- Steam the broccoli: Add the broccoli florets to the skillet, cover it with a lid, and allow the broccoli to steam for 5 to 7 minutes until it becomes tender but still vibrant green.
- Season to taste: Uncover the skillet and season the dish with salt and pepper according to your preference.
- Serve: Serve the garlic chicken and broccoli hot, either on its own or over your choice of rice, noodles, or cauliflower rice for a complete meal.
Notes
- You can substitute chicken breasts with chicken thighs for a juicier result.
- Adjust soy sauce quantity if you prefer a saltier or lighter flavor.
- Ensure not to overcook the broccoli to maintain texture and nutrients.
- Use low sodium soy sauce to reduce salt content if desired.
- Serve immediately for best taste and texture.
