If you're looking for a quick and easy recipe that's packed with flavor, look no further than Chinese Chicken and Broccoli. This classic dish can be found in many Chinese restaurants, but it's also easy to make at home. With a few simple ingredients and a little bit of time, you can create a delicious meal that the whole family will love. The key to making a great Chinese Chicken and Broccoli is using fresh, high-quality ingredients. The chicken should be tender and juicy, and the broccoli should be crisp and vibrant. You'll also need a good sauce, which can be made with a variety of ingredients such as soy sauce, oyster sauce, and rice vinegar.
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STIR-FRIED CHINESE BROCCOLI AND CHICKEN WITH HOISIN
The extra step to "velvet" the chicken is worth it for such tender, succulent chicken. I always look for sustainably raised chicken.
Provided by Martha Rose Shulman
Categories dinner, main course
Time 1h
Yield 3 main-dish servings
Number Of Ingredients 14
Steps:
- In a large bowl, stir together the egg white, cornstarch, 1 1/2 teaspoons of the rice wine or sherry, salt to taste and 1 1/2 teaspoons water. When you can no longer see any cornstarch, add the chicken and stir together until coated. Cover the bowl and place in the refrigerator for 30 minutes
- Bring 2 quarts of water to a rolling boil in a large saucepan and add the Chinese broccoli. Boil 2 minutes, until it is just crisp-tender, and transfer it to a bowl of cold water. Do not drain the water from the pot. Drain the broccoli and dry on paper towels. Cut into 2-inch lengths
- Combine the remaining rice wine, the hoisin sauce and the soy sauce in a small bowl and set near your wok
- Bring the water in the pot back to a boil, add 1 tablespoon of the oil and turn the heat down so that the water is at a bare simmer. Carefully add the chicken to the water, stirring so that the pieces don't clump. Cook until the chicken turns opaque on the surface but is not cooked through, about 1 minute. Drain in a colander
- Heat a 14-inch flat-bottomed wok or 12-inch steel skillet over high heat until a drop of water evaporates within a second or two when added to the pan. Swirl in the remaining oil by adding it to the sides of the pan and swirling the pan, then add the garlic, ginger and red pepper flakes and stir-fry for no more than 10 seconds. Add the mushrooms, chicken, broccoli, hoisin sauce mixture and salt to taste. Stir-fry for 1 to 2 minutes, until the chicken is cooked through, and serve with grains or noodles
Nutrition Facts : @context http, Calories 328, UnsaturatedFat 9 grams, Carbohydrate 20 grams, Fat 13 grams, Fiber 5 grams, Protein 32 grams, SaturatedFat 2 grams, Sodium 794 milligrams, Sugar 7 grams, TransFat 0 grams
CHINESE CHICKEN AND BROCCOLI
Make and share this Chinese Chicken and Broccoli recipe from Food.com.
Provided by Sassy Cat
Categories Lunch/Snacks
Time 37m
Yield 4 serving(s)
Number Of Ingredients 11
Steps:
- Cut chicken into strips.
- Toss chicken, cornstarch, salt and pepper in medium glass bowl.
- Cover and refrigerate 20 minutes.
- Cut green onions and carrots into thin slices.
- Mix black bean sauce, garlic, gingerroot, and sugar together.
- Spray a 12-inch skillet with nonstick cooking spray.
- Heat until spray bubbles, add chicken and cook until chicken turns white.
- Remove chicken from the skillet.
- Reheat skillet and add chicken broth.
- Add broccoli and carrot; cover and cook 1 minute or until vegetables are crisp tender.
- Add chicken, brown bean sauce mixture and green onions; cook and stir 2 minutes.
CHINESE CHICKEN, BROCCOLI AND WALNUTS RECIPE - (4.5/5)
Provided by Sharmd
Number Of Ingredients 19
Steps:
- In a wok or skillet, heat 2 tbsp oil. Add broccoli and stir fry for 2 minutes. Transfer broccoli to a bowl. Add remaining oil to wok or skillet. Add chicken in one layer and cook 4-5 minutes until pieces separate and turn white. Add in broccoli and walnuts. Stir sauce to remix then pour over everything. Stir for 20 -30 seconds until sauce thickens and chicken is glazed. Put in serving bowl or individual plates over rice. Sprinkle scallions over chicken.
CHINESE CHICKEN AND BROCCOLI
For a quick and easy meal that is sure to satisfy anyone who loves Chinese food. Enjoy!
Provided by Barbara Scott
Categories Vegetables
Time 35m
Number Of Ingredients 13
Steps:
- 1. Pour 1 cup of the beef broth into a saucepan. Measure out second cup of broth and mix in cornstarch. Set second one aside.
- 2. Into the beef broth in saucepan, add the rest of the ingredients, except cornstarch mixture, and stir well. Heat to boiling and add broth/cornstarch mixture. Stir well with a whisk under thickened and smooth.
- 3. Clean chicken tenders and fry in a skillet with enough oil to cover the bottom of pan with salt/pepper to taste and sprinkle a bit of garlic powder of all the pieces. Do not overcook or the chicken will be tough and dry. Cover and keep warm until broccoli is done.
- 4. Cook broccoli in salted water until there is a bit of a bite left in the broccoli. Do not over cook.
- 5. Slice chicken into desired pieces and add to drained broccoli. Start adding sauce to broc/chicken to cover but not drown it. Serve.
Tips:
- Use fresh, high-quality ingredients: This will make a big difference in the flavor of your dish. Look for broccoli florets that are bright green and firm, and chicken breasts that are plump and juicy.
- Marinate the chicken: This will help to tenderize the chicken and infuse it with flavor. You can use a simple marinade made with soy sauce, rice wine, and ginger, or you can get creative and try different flavor combinations.
- Cook the chicken and broccoli separately: This will help to prevent the chicken from overcooking and the broccoli from becoming mushy. Cook the chicken until it is cooked through, and then remove it from the pan. Cook the broccoli until it is tender-crisp, and then add the chicken back to the pan.
- Make a flavorful sauce: The sauce is what really brings the dish together. Use a combination of soy sauce, rice wine, chicken broth, and cornstarch to create a thick and flavorful sauce.
- Serve over rice: Chicken and broccoli is traditionally served over rice. This helps to soak up the delicious sauce and makes the dish more filling.
Conclusion:
Chicken and broccoli is a classic Chinese dish that is easy to make and always a crowd-pleaser. With its tender chicken, crisp broccoli, and flavorful sauce, it's a dish that everyone will love. So next time you're looking for a quick and easy weeknight meal, give this recipe a try. You won't be disappointed!
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