Stir fry the chicken and broccoli

Tender pieces of chicken are seared to perfection along with crispy broccoli florets before being tossed in the easiest (and tastiest) stir-fry made from soy sauce, chili paste, and brown sugar.

This chicken and broccoli skillet creates an irresistible symphony of sweet, savory, and spicy notes. Whether served on its own or with rice, my family scrapes the pan clean every time I make this recipe.

My family’s favorite stir-fry is this Spicy Chicken and Bacon Skillet, which my husband first made almost 12 years ago. He’s made it for us countless times since then and everyone who has ever tried it loves it.

The sauce for these stir-fries is modeled after this recipe, and I’m telling you, a handful of simple ingredients have never been combined so successfully. It’s a winner every time.

Stir fry the chicken and broccoli

For this recipe you will need the following ingredients:

• Boneless skinless chicken
• protein
• cornstarch
• fresh ginger
• Broccoli or broccolini
• green onions

sauce ingredients

• soy sauce
• chili paste
• light brown sugar
• olive oil or coconut oil

Broccoli Chicken Skillet

I wanted to try something different the other night without sacrificing the great chicken and broccoli skillet flavor that we already love. This recipe turned out to be the best possible use for the broccolini in my CSA box and I can’t wait to make it again.

I love the way the veggies hold the sauce and add so much flavor to each bite. Broccoli has smaller florets and longer, thinner stems than broccoli. Both types of vegetables work well in this recipe.

Roast chicken and broccoli recipe

In a large mixing bowl, whisk together the egg whites and cornstarch. Toss the chicken pieces and ginger into the mixture, brush thoroughly and set aside. In a small bowl, stir together the soy sauce, sugar, and chili paste and set aside.

Heat a very large skillet over high heat. Add 2 tablespoons oil and sauté until lightly browned on all sides, about 3-4 minutes. Add the ginger and broccoli and mix together.

Fry, stirring frequently, until barely tender and still crispy, about 4-5 minutes. Cover the lid for about a minute at a time to allow the vegetables to cook as needed.

Add the soy sauce mixture and scallions and stir until well coated. Cook for about two more minutes, until the sauce is thick enough to cover the meat and vegetables.

Easy Roast Chicken Recipes

Roasted peanuts, ginger, garlic and spicy red chilies give this easy kung pao chicken the kick that makes it totally unique. Kung Pao Chicken is savory and sweet with all the spiciness you could ask for. The peanuts add an extra nutty flavor that really tops it all off.

Sweet, gooey, and just a little spicy, this Sweet and Sour Chicken Skillet is a quick and easy weeknight dinner. The spiciness of sriracha is tempered by the sweetness of pineapple, and the result is a sweet and sour stir-fry that everyone loves.

Spicy chunks of chicken are mingled with crispy-tender bok choy and jalapenos in this flavorful stir-fry chicken and bok choy.

Hearty pasta, crisp, spicy veggies, and tender chunks of chicken come together in this easy stir-fry. A late-night craving for Chinese food inspired this chicken and vegetable stir-fried noodles recipe.

Sour, gooey, sweet and a little spicy – this Cashew Chicken Skillet has a little bit of everything we love. Crispy, spicy veggies and tender chicken in a sweet and tangy sauce is a quick stir-fry you’ll have on the table in under 30 minutes.

{originally posted 3/23/12 – recipe notes and photos updated 7/19/23}