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Chicken and Broccoli with Brown Sauce Recipe

Chicken and Broccoli with Brown Sauce Recipe
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This Chicken and Broccoli with Brown Sauce recipe is a savory and satisfying dish that is quick and easy to make. Tender chicken and crisp broccoli are coated in a flavorful brown sauce that is perfect for serving over steamed rice.

Ingredients

For the Chicken Marinade:

  • 12 ounces boneless skinless chicken breast, sliced (or thighs, 340g)
  • 3 tablespoons water (45 ml)
  • 1 tablespoon oyster sauce
  • 1 teaspoon cornstarch
  • 1 1/2 teaspoons vegetable oil

For the Sauce:

  • 2/3 cup low sodium chicken stock, warmed (160 ml)
  • 1 1/2 teaspoons sugar (or brown sugar)
  • 1 1/2 tablespoons soy sauce
  • 2 teaspoons dark soy sauce
  • 1 tablespoon oyster sauce
  • 1 teaspoon sesame oil
  • 1/8 teaspoon white pepper

For the Stir-Fry:

  • 4 cups broccoli florets (300g)
  • 3 tablespoons vegetable oil, divided
  • 2 cloves garlic, minced
  • 1/4 teaspoon fresh ginger, grated (optional)
  • 1 tablespoon Shaoxing wine
  • 2 tablespoons cornstarch, mixed with 2 tablespoons water to form a cornstarch slurry

Instructions

  1. Marinate the Chicken: In a bowl, combine the sliced chicken with water, oyster sauce, cornstarch, and vegetable oil. Set aside for 10 minutes.
  2. Prepare the Sauce: Mix together chicken stock, sugar, soy sauce, dark soy sauce, oyster sauce, sesame oil, and white pepper. Set aside.
  3. Blanch the Broccoli: Boil water and blanch broccoli for 1-2 minutes. Drain and set aside.
  4. Sear the Chicken: Sear marinated chicken in a hot wok until opaque. Remove and set aside.
  5. Cook the Aromatics and Sauce: Stir-fry garlic and ginger in the wok. Add Shaoxing wine and pour in the sauce mixture. Simmer and thicken with cornstarch slurry.
  6. Combine and Finish: Add chicken and broccoli to the sauce. Stir-fry until coated. Adjust seasoning if needed.
  7. Serve: Enjoy the Chicken and Broccoli with Brown Sauce over steamed rice.

Notes

  • You can customize the vegetables in this dish by adding bell peppers, snap peas, or mushrooms.
  • For a spicier version, add a dash of chili oil or red pepper flakes.
  • Make sure to have all your ingredients prepped and ready as stir-frying is a quick cooking method.

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