Looking for a fast, nutritious, and delicious meal? This super quick stir-fry with broccoli, carrot, and chicken is perfect for busy weeknights. It’s a simple yet flavorful dish that combines tender chicken with crisp vegetables, all coated in a savory sauce. Ready in minutes, it’s a fantastic option for a healthy and satisfying dinner.
Ingredients
For the Stir-Fry:
- 300 grams broccoli florets
- ½ carrot, julienned (cut into thin matchsticks)
- 3 cloves garlic, minced
- 250 grams of boneless, skinless chicken breast, cut into thin strips
- Pinch of salt
- Pinch of black pepper
- 2 tablespoons vegetable oil
- 2 tablespoons soy sauce
- 1 tablespoon oyster sauce (optional)
- 1 teaspoon sesame oil
- 1 tablespoon water
Instructions
- Prepare the Ingredients:
- Slice the chicken breast thinly.
- Cut the broccoli into small florets.
- Julienne the carrot into thin matchsticks.
- Mince the garlic.
- Heat the Oil:
- In a large wok or skillet, heat the vegetable oil over medium-high heat.
- Cook the Chicken:
- Add the thinly sliced chicken breast to the wok.
- Season with a pinch of salt and black pepper.
- Stir-fry until the chicken is cooked through and no longer pink, about 5-7 minutes.
- Take the chicken out of the wok and place it on a separate plate.
- Sauté the Vegetables:
- In the same wok, add the minced garlic and stir-fry until fragrant, about 30 seconds.
- Add the broccoli florets and julienned carrot.
- Stir-fry for about 3-4 minutes until the vegetables are tender-crisp.
- Combine Chicken and Vegetables:
- Return the cooked chicken to the wok with the vegetables.
- Add the soy sauce, oyster sauce (if using), sesame oil, and 1 tablespoon of water.
- Stir-fry everything together for another 2-3 minutes, ensuring the chicken and vegetables are evenly coated with the sauce.
- Serve:
- Once everything is well combined and heated through, remove from heat.
- Serve hot, garnished with additional sesame oil or soy sauce if desired.
Conclusion
This super quick stir-fry with broccoli, carrot, and chicken is a fantastic meal for those busy nights when you need something healthy and delicious on the table fast. The combination of tender chicken and crisp vegetables in a savory sauce makes this dish a winner. Enjoy this easy and nutritious stir-fry as a standalone meal or pair it with steamed rice or noodles for a complete dinner.