Cooking Instructions

Follow these steps for perfect results

Ingredients

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4
servings
3 tbsp

sesame oil

15 ounce

chicken breast

cubed

1 cup

broccoli flowerets

fresh

1 cup

mushrooms

fresh sliced

3 ounce

water chestnuts

sliced

1 unit

onion

diced

1 cup

chicken broth

3 tbsp

soy sauce

2 tbsp

cornstarch

blended with water

Step 1
~4 min

Heat sesame oil in a wok or deep skillet over medium-high heat.

Step 2
~4 min

Add chicken cubes and stir-fry until partially cooked and lightly browned.

Step 3
~4 min

Add broccoli flowerets, sliced mushrooms, water chestnuts, and diced onion to the wok.

Step 4
~4 min

Stir-fry the vegetables and chicken until the broccoli is tender-crisp.

Step 5
~4 min

Pour in chicken broth, soy sauce, and cornstarch slurry (cornstarch blended with cool water).

Step 6
~4 min

Continue to cook and stir until the sauce thickens and coats the chicken and vegetables.

Step 7
~4 min

Serve hot over white rice.

Pro Tips & Suggestions

Expert advice for the best results

Adjust the amount of soy sauce to your taste.

Add a pinch of red pepper flakes for a little heat.

Garnish with sesame seeds before serving.

Cooking Experience

Everything you need to know before you start

Time & Preparation

Cleanup Time

15 minutes

Batch Cooking
Friendly
Make Ahead

Vegetables can be prepped ahead of time.

Freezable
Kid Friendly

Cooking Environment

Messiness Level
Medium
Smell Intensity
Medium
Noise Level
Medium
Elder Friendly
Suitable for seniors

Plating & Presentation

Serving Suggestions

Serve hot with white rice.

Add a side of steamed edamame.

Perfect Pairings

Food Pairings

Spring Rolls
Egg Drop Soup

Drink Pairings

Cultural Heritage

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Origin & Tradition

Region of Origin

China

Cultural Significance

Stir-frying is a common cooking technique in many Asian cultures.

Style

Occasions & Celebrations

Occasion Tags

Weeknight
Family Dinner

Popularity Score

70/100

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