Better-Than-Takeout Chinese Chicken and Broccoli – Quick & Healthy!

Introduction

Craving that savory, saucy chicken and broccoli from your favorite Chinese restaurant—but want something healthier and faster? This Better-Than-Takeout Chinese Chicken and Broccoli recipe lets you create a restaurant-quality meal in just 30 minutes, using fresh, real ingredients. It’s perfect for busy weeknights, delivering big flavor with a fraction of the oil and sodium found in most takeout options.

Why This Chicken and Broccoli Recipe Wins

What sets this dish apart is its irresistible combination of tenderness and crunch—a silky, garlicky sauce coats bite-sized chicken and crisp broccoli, all ready in less time than delivery. Using simple pantry staples and fresh veggies, you can control the quality, nutrition, and flavor, making it a smart choice for a family dinner or healthy meal prep.

How to Prep Chicken and Broccoli Like a Pro

For the perfect cut and consistent pieces, a Mueller Pro-Series 10-in-1, 8 Blade Vegetable Chopper makes dicing your broccoli stalks and chicken breast a breeze. Uniform pieces ensure even cooking and a better eating experience.

Start by slicing boneless, skinless chicken breasts into thin strips and chopping the broccoli into bite-sized florets. This preparation speeds up your stir-fry time and helps the sauce cling to every morsel.

Quick and Easy Stir-Frying Technique

Preheat a sturdy, nonstick pan, such as the SENSARTE Nonstick Frying Pan Skillet, 9.5 Inch, to achieve that classic stir-fried finish with less sticking and mess. Stir-fry the chicken until golden and just cooked, then set aside while you quickly sauté the broccoli, locking in that fresh, crisp vibe.

A small splash of water helps the broccoli steam just enough to become tender-crisp without losing its vibrant color or crunch.

The Secret to Authentic Stir-Fry Sauce

Whisk together a simple combo of low-sodium soy sauce, fresh garlic, ginger, and a touch of honey or brown sugar. Cornstarch helps thicken the sauce so it clings beautifully.

Blend the sauce ingredients until smooth—using a Ninja BL610 Professional 72 Oz Countertop Blender if you want extra-silky results, especially if adding aromatics like fresh ginger or garlic cloves.

Pour the sauce over your stir-fried chicken and broccoli, letting it bubble until thickened and glossy.

Meal Prep & Serving Suggestions

For healthy lunches all week, portion your chicken and broccoli into an airtight Bentgo Salad Container – 54 oz Bowl, Khaki Green. This keeps everything fresh until you’re ready to reheat.

Enjoy this dish with steamed rice, cauliflower rice, or noodles for a filling yet guilt-free meal.

Nutritional Information and Serving Size

This recipe makes four generous servings. Each serving contains approximately 275 calories (without rice), 34g protein, and lots of fiber and vitamins from the broccoli. It’s a light, balanced dish that fits well into a variety of diets.

Better-Than-Takeout Chicken and Broccoli (Recap)

With crisp-tender broccoli, juicy chicken, and a garlicky, umami-rich sauce, this stir-fry satisfies your cravings in 30 minutes flat. It’s fresher, faster, and more customizable than takeout—making it a go-to for weeknights or healthy meal prep.

Ingredients
– 1 lb boneless, skinless chicken breast, thinly sliced
– 4 cups broccoli florets (about 1 medium-large head)
– 2 tablespoons low-sodium soy sauce
– 1 ½ tablespoons oyster sauce (or more soy, if preferred)
– 1 tablespoon honey or brown sugar
– 2 teaspoons cornstarch
– ½ cup chicken broth or water
– 3 cloves garlic, minced
– 1 teaspoon fresh ginger, grated (optional)
– 2 tablespoons neutral oil (vegetable, grapeseed, or avocado)
– Salt and black pepper, to taste
– Optional: sesame seeds or green onions for garnish

Instructions

1. Prep the chicken and broccoli: Use the Mueller Pro-Series 10-in-1, 8 Blade Vegetable Chopper to quickly and evenly chop the chicken and broccoli into bite-sized pieces.
2. Make the sauce: In a small bowl, whisk together soy sauce, oyster sauce, honey, cornstarch, and chicken broth. (For ultra-smooth sauce, blend in the Ninja BL610 Professional 72 Oz Countertop Blender.)
3. Heat 1 tablespoon of oil in the SENSARTE Nonstick Frying Pan Skillet, 9.5 Inch over medium-high until hot. Add chicken, season with salt and pepper, and sauté until browned and cooked through, about 4–5 minutes. Remove to a plate.
4. Add another tablespoon of oil to the pan. Toss in broccoli and stir-fry for 2–3 minutes. Add a couple of tablespoons of water, cover, and steam until bright green and just tender (about 2 more minutes).
5. Return chicken to the pan with broccoli. Add garlic (and ginger, if using), and toss for 30 seconds until fragrant.
6. Pour in the sauce, stir well, and cook for 1–2 minutes, until sauce thickens and all ingredients are coated.
7. Serve immediately, garnished with sliced green onions or sesame seeds. Store leftovers in a Bentgo Salad Container – 54 oz Bowl, Khaki Green for easy meal prep.

Cook and Prep Times

Prep Time: 10 minutes
Cook Time: 15 minutes
Total Time: 25 minutes

Ready for a quick, healthy, and utterly delicious Chinese-inspired meal? This Better-Than-Takeout Chicken and Broccoli will become your new weeknight favorite!