Step-by-step recipe for Chicken and Broccoli Stir Fry

Chicken and Broccoli Stir Fry

Certainly! Here's a step-by-step recipe for Chicken and Broccoli Stir Fry:

**Ingredients:**

For the Chicken Marinade:

- 1 lb (about 450g) boneless, skinless chicken breasts, thinly sliced

- 2 tablespoons soy sauce

- 1 tablespoon oyster sauce

- 1 tablespoon cornstarch

- 1 teaspoon sesame oil

For the Stir Fry Sauce:

- 1/4 cup soy sauce

- 2 tablespoons oyster sauce

- 1 tablespoon hoisin sauce

- 1 tablespoon rice vinegar

- 1 tablespoon brown sugar

- 1 teaspoon cornstarch

For Stir Frying:

- 2 tablespoons vegetable oil

- 3 cups broccoli florets

- 2 cloves garlic, minced

- 1 teaspoon fresh ginger, grated

- 1/4 teaspoon red pepper flakes (optional, for heat)

- Sesame seeds and sliced green onions for garnish (optional)

Chicken and Broccoli Stir Fry

**Instructions:**

**1. Marinate the Chicken:**

   - In a bowl, combine sliced chicken with soy sauce, oyster sauce, cornstarch, and sesame oil. Toss to coat evenly and let it marinate for at least 15-20 minutes.

**2. Prepare the Stir Fry Sauce:**

   - In a small bowl, whisk together soy sauce, oyster sauce, hoisin sauce, rice vinegar, brown sugar, and cornstarch. Set aside.

**3. Blanch the Broccoli:**

   - Bring a pot of water to boil. Add the broccoli florets and blanch for 2 minutes. Drain and immediately plunge the broccoli into ice water to stop the cooking process. Set aside.

**4. Cook the Chicken:**

   - Heat 1 tablespoon of vegetable oil in a wok or a large skillet over medium-high heat. Add the marinated chicken and stir-fry until fully cooked and browned. Remove the chicken from the pan and set aside.

**5. Stir Fry the Vegetables:**

   - In the same pan, add another tablespoon of vegetable oil. Add minced garlic, grated ginger, and red pepper flakes (if using). Stir-fry for about 30 seconds until fragrant.

   - Add the blanched broccoli to the pan and stir-fry for an additional 2-3 minutes until the broccoli is tender-crisp.

**6. Combine and Finish:**

   - Return the cooked chicken to the pan.

   - Pour the prepared stir fry sauce over the chicken and broccoli. Stir to coat everything evenly and let it simmer for an additional 1-2 minutes until the sauce thickens.

**7. Garnish and Serve:**

   - Garnish the Chicken and Broccoli Stir Fry with sesame seeds and sliced green onions if desired.

   - Serve over steamed rice or noodles.

Enjoy your delicious Chicken and Broccoli Stir Fry! Adjust the seasoning and spice levels to suit your taste.