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Plate of chicken and broccoli stir fry recipe for GLP-1 dinner

One-Pan Chicken & Broccoli Stir-Fry (GLP-1 Dinner)

A quick stir-fry with tender chicken, crisp broccoli, and a light savory sauce.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 15 minutes
Total Time 30 minutes
Course Main Course
Servings 3
Calories 290 kcal

Ingredients
  

For the Chicken

  • 1.25 lbs boneless, skinless chicken breast, cut into 1-inch pieces
  • 1 tbsp cornstarch
  • 1 tbsp low-sodium soy sauce
  • 1 tsp sesame oil

For the Stir-Fry

  • 2 tbsp avocado oil or vegetable oil, divided
  • 4 cups broccoli florets (about 1 large head)
  • 1 red bell pepper, cut into 1-inch pieces
  • 3 cloves garlic, minced
  • 1 tbsp fresh ginger, grated
  • 3 green onions, sliced

For the Sauce

  • 1/4 cup low-sodium soy sauce
  • 2 tbsp rice vinegar
  • 1 tbsp honey
  • 1 tsp sesame oil
  • 1 tsp cornstarch
  • 1/4 tsp red pepper flakes (optional)
  • 2 tbsp water

Optional Garnishes

  • Sesame seeds
  • Additional sliced green onions
  • Sriracha or chili oil
  • Lime wedges

Optional Serving Bases

  • Cauliflower rice
  • Regular brown rice
  • Shirataki noodles
  • Zucchini noodles

Instructions
 

  • Marinate the chicken: Combine chicken with 1 tablespoon cornstarch, 1 tablespoon soy sauce, and 1 teaspoon sesame oil. Let sit at least 5 minutes.
  • Prepare the sauce: Whisk together 1/4 cup soy sauce, rice vinegar, honey, 1 teaspoon sesame oil, 1 teaspoon cornstarch, red pepper flakes, and water. Set aside.
  • Prep vegetables: Cut broccoli into uniform florets. Cut pepper into similar-sized pieces. Mince garlic, grate ginger, and slice green onions, keeping white and green parts separate.
  • Cook the chicken: Heat a large skillet or wok over medium-high heat. Add 1 tablespoon oil and swirl to coat. Add chicken in a single layer and cook undisturbed for 2-3 minutes. Flip and cook another 2-3 minutes until golden and cooked through. Remove to a plate.
  • Cook the vegetables: Add remaining oil to the same pan. Add broccoli and bell pepper. Stir-fry for 4-5 minutes, stirring frequently, until broccoli is bright green and crisp-tender.
  • Add aromatics: Push vegetables to the sides. Add garlic, ginger, and white parts of green onions to the center. Stir for 30-60 seconds until fragrant, then mix into vegetables.
  • Combine and sauce: Return chicken to pan. Give sauce a quick stir, then pour over everything. Toss and cook 1-2 minutes until sauce thickens and coats everything.
  • Finish and serve: Remove from heat, stir in green parts of green onions, and divide among three plates. Garnish with sesame seeds if desired.