Description
This Garlic Chicken with Broccoli recipe is a quick and healthy meal perfect for busy weeknights. Tender chicken breasts are sautéed with fragrant garlic, then steamed with fresh broccoli in a savory chicken broth and soy sauce mixture, creating a flavorful and balanced dish that can be served on its own or over rice or noodles.
Ingredients
Scale
Protein
- 4 chicken breasts, sliced
Vegetables
- 1 cup broccoli florets
- 4 cloves garlic, minced
Liquids & Sauces
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 1/2 cup chicken broth
- 1 tablespoon soy sauce
Seasoning
- Salt and pepper, to taste
Instructions
- Heat the oil: Heat 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 5–6 minutes until they are browned on the outside and cooked through inside.
- Add garlic: Stir in the minced garlic and cook for an additional 1 minute until the garlic releases its aroma and becomes fragrant.
- Add broth and soy sauce: Pour in the chicken broth and soy sauce, stirring to combine all the ingredients evenly in the skillet.
- Steam the broccoli: Add the broccoli florets to the skillet, cover with a lid, and steam for 5–7 minutes until the broccoli is tender but still vibrant in color.
- Season: Season the dish with salt and pepper according to your taste preference.
- Serve: Serve the garlic chicken and broccoli on its own or over your choice of rice, noodles, or cauliflower rice for a complete meal.
Notes
- You can use fresh or frozen broccoli florets; just adjust steaming time accordingly.
- For a gluten-free option, substitute soy sauce with tamari or coconut aminos.
- Add a pinch of red pepper flakes for a spicy kick.
- To increase protein content, add extra chicken breasts or include tofu for a vegetarian twist (adjust diet label accordingly).
- Leftovers can be stored in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3 days.
