Broccolini Chicken Recipe Ideas: What to Cook Tonight?

Broccolini Chicken Recipe Ideas: What to Cook Tonight?

Here’s a straightforward broccolini chicken recipe:

Ingredients:

  • 1 pound boneless, skinless chicken breasts, cut into bite-sized pieces
  • 1 pound broccolini, trimmed
  • 2 tablespoons olive oil
  • 2 cloves garlic, minced
  • 1/4 cup chicken broth
  • 2 tablespoons soy sauce
  • 1 tablespoon cornstarch
  • 1 teaspoon sesame oil
  • Salt and pepper to taste
  • Sesame seeds, for garnish (optional)

Instructions:

  1. In a small bowl, whisk together chicken broth, soy sauce, cornstarch, and sesame oil. Set aside.
  2. Season chicken pieces with salt and pepper.
  3. Heat olive oil in a large skillet or wok over medium-high heat. Add chicken and cook until browned and cooked through. Remove chicken from the skillet and set aside.
  4. Add broccolini to the skillet and cook for 3-5 minutes, until tender-crisp. Add garlic and cook for another minute until fragrant.
  5. Pour the sauce mixture into the skillet and bring to a simmer, stirring constantly until the sauce thickens.
  6. Return the chicken to the skillet and toss to coat with the sauce.
  7. Serve immediately, garnished with sesame seeds if desired.

Tips:

  • For extra flavor, add a pinch of red pepper flakes or a dash of ginger.
  • Serve over rice or noodles for a complete meal.
  • Broccolini can be substituted with broccoli florets.