Ginger Chicken with Broccoli
Prep Time
Cooking Time
30 minutes
Yields
4 servings
Ingredients
- 1 lb. boneless skinless chicken, cut into 1-inch pieces
- 1½ tablespoons coconut oil
- 4-5 cups (12 -14 oz) fresh broccoli, florets
- 1 small onion, sliced (optional)
- ½ cup low sodium chicken broth
- ¼ cup water
- ¼ cup low sodium soy sauce
- 2 tablespoons brown sugar
- 1½ tablespoons grated ginger
- ½ teaspoon red pepper flakes
- 1½ tablespoons cornstarch
- ¼ teaspoon black pepper
- ½ teaspoon sesame oil
Directions
- In a medium mixing bowl combine the chicken broth, water, soy sauce, brown sugar, grated ginger, red pepper flakes, black pepper, sesame oil, and cornstarch. Whisk until the cornstarch dissolves. Set aside.
- In a large saute pan, heat 1 tablespoon of coconut oil over medium high heat. When the oil is hot, add the chicken and cook for 5-7 minutes or until the chicken starts to brown. Remove chicken to a bowl and set aside.
- Add the remaining ½ tablespoon of coconut oil to the pan, saute the broccoli and onion together until the broccoli turns bright green, about 3-4 minutes.
- Add the sauce prepared in step 1 to the pan. Toss to coat, when the sauce starts to thicken (1-2 minutes), add the chicken back into the pan and just toss to coat everything. Serve warm with brown rice or quinoa.
Notes
Add your favorite vegetables if you don't have broccoli on hand. Suggestions are red bell pepper, mushrooms, zucchini, or asparagus.