Description
Scrumptious chicken and broccoli salad brings Mediterranean freshness to your table. Crisp vegetables, tender chicken, and zesty herbs combine perfectly for a light yet satisfying meal you’ll crave.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 lb (454 g) chicken breast, thinly sliced
- 2 heads broccoli florets (7 cups/465 g)
- 0.5 cup chicken broth
- 1.5 tbsps avocado oil
- 0.5 cup coconut aminos
- 3 tbsps lime juice
- 1 tbsp sesame oil
- 3 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 inch fresh ginger, minced
- 0.5 tsp red pepper flakes
- Salt, to taste
- Black pepper, to taste
- Sesame seeds
- Green onions
- White rice
- Cauliflower rice
Instructions
- Sauce Preparation: Combine broth, coconut aminos, lime juice, sesame oil, minced garlic, grated ginger, red pepper flakes, and black pepper in a saucepan. Simmer over medium-low heat for 20 minutes, stirring consistently until the sauce reduces to two-thirds its original volume.
- Chicken Seasoning and Cooking: Season chicken pieces with kosher salt and black pepper. Heat avocado oil in a large sauté pan over medium heat, cooking chicken in batches for 30-60 seconds per side until evenly cooked and golden.
- Broccoli Preparation: Add broccoli florets to the pan’s remaining juices, sautéing for 3-5 minutes until tender, adding a splash of broth if needed for moisture.
- Final Combination: Return cooked chicken to the pan, pour the reduced sauce over the ingredients, and gently stir to coat evenly. Heat thoroughly until all components are warmed and well-incorporated.
- Serving: Plate the chicken and broccoli mixture, garnishing with toasted sesame seeds and thinly sliced green onions. Serve alongside rice for a complete, flavorful meal.
Notes
- Sauce Reduction Technique: Simmer sauce slowly and consistently to develop deep, rich flavors while concentrating its intensity.
- Chicken Cooking Strategy: Cook chicken in separate batches to prevent overcrowding, ensuring each piece browns evenly and maintains optimal texture.
- Broccoli Moisture Management: Add a splash of broth if broccoli appears dry during sautéing to maintain vegetable’s vibrant color and prevent burning.
- Seasoning Enhancement: Use fresh cracked black pepper and kosher salt to elevate the dish’s overall flavor complexity and depth.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Category: Lunch, Dinner, Snacks
- Method: Sautéing
- Cuisine: Asian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 5
- Calories: 320
- Sugar: 6 g
- Sodium: 600 mg
- Fat: 15 g
- Saturated Fat: 2 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 14 g
- Fiber: 4 g
- Protein: 30 g
- Cholesterol: 80 mg