Low Fat Chicken Breast & Broccoli Stir Fry Recipe
Readers love our healthy and low fat chicken broccoli stir fry. It’s one of our top 10 recipes because it’s also a paleo and keto chicken recipe.
Healthy Chicken Broccoli Stir Fry Recipe
Eating healthy chicken recipes doesn’t mean you have to sacrifice flavor. We focus on developing satisfying chicken recipes that are low fat and healthy but still with great taste. This recipe has all those elements and it’s versatility is up to your imagination too. Loaded with fresh broccoli, healthy boneless skinless chicken breast, fresh garlic, ginger and a touch of hot sauce, this healthy chicken & broccoli is quick and easy for those weeknights where you need a quick and healthy dinner.
Video: Healthy Chicken Breast and Broccoli Stir Fry:
How To Serve Chicken and Broccoli Recipe:
- You can eat it alone for a low carb, keto chicken dinner. It’s loaded with protein and veggies.
- Add it to brown rice and whole grains such as quinoa, couscous and other favorite grains for a more substantial meal.
- Another option for this easy chicken broccoli stir fry recipe is to add it to some light stock for a chicken and broccoli soup. This would be another idea for a keto chicken recipe dinner.
- You can even make healthy chicken tacos or burrito wrap for a light and low carb dinner.
- Be creative and hopefully this chicken breast recipe will give you a starting point for endless options!
Cooking tool note! Since we’ve been cooking on ceramic pans (which are awesome!), we’ve been able to cook with less oil and our healthy dishes just get healthier. You can read about our love of ceramic pans here on this blog post.
Can You Cook with Frozen Broccoli?
Sure, you can use frozen broccoli. But as frozen broccoli haws it releases water. So you might have to add a little more seasoning to make it flavorful. Also, you’ll have a more “saucy” stir fry from all the water that was released. This saucy version isn’t a bad thing!
Healthy Chicken Breast and Broccoli Stir Fry Recipe
Ingredients
- 1 pound (455g) boneless skinless chicken breast , cut into bite sized pieces
- 1 Tablespoon (15ml) olive oil or grapeseed oil
- 1/2 medium onion , minced
- 2 large cloves garlic , minced
- 1 Tablespoon (15ml) fresh minced ginger
- 1 Tablespoon (15ml) low sodium soy sauce , or to taste (use Tamari for Gluten Free)
- 1 teaspoon (5ml) sesame seed oil
- 2 teaspoons (10ml) rice vinegar (use distilled white vinegar for Gluten Free)
- 2 teaspoons (10ml) hot sauce (optional)
- 1/4 pound (113g) fresh broccoli , cut into small florets
Instructions
- Heat large pan, then add oil. Add onions and garlic. Cook until translucent. Add chicken and minced ginger. Cook for about 1 minutes until slightly brown.
- Add soy sauce, sesame oil, rice wine vinegar and hot sauce. Continue cooking until chicken is completely cooked.Add broccoli and stir in about 1-2 additional Tablespoons of water.
- Cover pan and allow broccoli to steam in pot until tender. About 1 minute. Serve warm.
Nutrition Information per Serving
More Chicken Breast Recipes and Healthy Chicken Recipes . This recipe was originally published in February 2013 and re-published in 2021 because we have a new video to share!
40 Comments on “Low Fat Chicken Breast & Broccoli Stir Fry Recipe”
The recipe itself was ok but there’s no seasonings? I added onion powder and garlic salt! Don’t forget to season your food
I made this recipie just as written, with one exception. I used one pound shredded Costco rotisserie chicken instead. It was absolutely wonderful, and my husband raved about it. Easy, fast, and delicious .. what more can you ask for in a dinner meal? Definitely a keeper recipe!
Thanks Doris! Love that you used shredded rotisserie chicken. That makes this recipe even easier. Thanks so much and so happy that you and your husband enjoyed the recipe!
Really good, I might add more vegetables next time!
Thanks Bethany! Adding more vegetables is always great!
family loves this! I added can of water chestnuts and used frozen grilled chicken strips
love the addition of water chestnuts. Thanks Linda!
Wow!!! This turned out so good! I had all the ingredients on hand and made for a quick and simple meal, I also added some mushrooms.
I added rice noodles was so good
This was so good even the kids enjoyed
I really love this stir fry recipe. It’s great for my diet and tastes amazing.
I love how easy and simple this recipe is to make. And despite it being simple, it’s packed with flavor!
Yes it’s SO GOOD and everyone loves the flavor! Thanks for the feedback!
I was able to get my kids to eat broccoli because of this recipe! It’s an absolute treat for them. So glad they’re starting to eat healthier now.
I’m trying to cook healthier for my husband and this is one recipe he’ll eat over and over again. Thanks!
Hi Frances, we’re so happy this recipe is working out for your husbands healthy lifestyle! Thanks for the feedback!
We added the extra oyster sauce and it was fantastic! Loved the flavors and how quick it whipped up.