Tender strips of chicken, and hot, crisp vegetables are combined with an Asian-inspired sauce in this Ginger Chicken and Broccoli Stir Fry.
Stir-fries are one of the easiest and most popular ways that I get dinner on the table. This stir fry caught my eye a number of years ago and the recipe is loosely adapted from and with thanks to Cooking Canuck. It’s a winner for sure.
While most of our Asian dishes incorporate a bit of heat or spice, this Ginger Chicken and Broccoli Stir Fry is a very flavorful dish that my whole family enjoyed without any heat at all.
Broccoli is one of my favorite vegetables to use in a stir fry. The florets hold so much sauce and each bite is full of flavor. The oyster sauce in this recipe also adds a savory note that we enjoy.
Ginger is an ingredient I tend to use quite often for stir fry recipes. It is such a great addition to chicken and vegetable stir-fries.
If your kids are new to Asian foods and they might like to try chopsticks, these are the best ever training chopsticks.
How To Stir Fry
- Start with a wok or a large deep skillet to stir-fry. I’ve tried classic woks, countless skillets, and frying pans over the years. I now use this everyday pan to stir-fry and I absolutely love it.
- I typically use tongs or a fish spatula for stir-frying. You can use any sturdy wooden or metal spatula, but fish spatulas really are the ultimate turner, stirrer, stir-fry tool.
- Cut similar ingredients roughly the same size. Smaller pieces will cook faster, so making sure things are similar will keep things cooking evenly.
Ginger Chicken and Broccoli Stir Fry Recipe
- Whisk together the oyster sauce, soy sauce, rice vinegar, sesame oil, and cornstarch. Set aside.
- In a very large skillet or wok, warm the oil over high heat. Add the chicken and cook, stirring or tossing frequently, until it is cooked through, about 6-8 minutes. Remove the chicken to a plate and set it aside.
- Add the ginger, green onions, garlic, broccoli, and mushrooms to the empty skillet. Cook, stirring or tossing constantly until the pan is fragrant and the broccoli turns bright green, about 2-3 minutes.
- Add water to the pan and use a wooden spoon or spatula to scrape up all the browned bits. Pour in the soy sauce mixture. Cook, stirring constantly, until it thickens, about 1 minute. Return the chicken to the pan and stir to coat.
- Serve over rice if desired.
Ginger Chicken Recipes
If you like ginger as much as I do, you’ll want to check out all of these tasty dinner ideas.
Gooey Ginger Chicken by A Family Feast is a stir fry filled with tender chunks of chicken are served in a sauce that is both sweet and spicy. Served over simple Asian rice, this is a meal the whole family will love.
Chinese Chicken Salad with Ginger Sesame Dressing is a light and flavor filled salad that is loaded with flavor.
These Huli Huli Chicken Bites can be on your table in about 20 minutes and the garlicky ginger flavor can’t be beat. I like to serve them with Pineapple Rice.
Maple Ginger Chicken Thighs are a fantastic main dish that would be delicious with garlic smashed potatoes or roasted vegetables.
Tender chicken in a sweet and sour sauce is combined with fresh chunks of pineapple to make this delicious stir-fry dinner.
In the mood to grill tonight? Try these Soy Ginger Chicken Kabobs with a vegetable salad or a creamy pasta salad.
Ginger Chicken and Broccoli Stir Fry
Ingredients
- 3 boneless skinless chicken thighs about 1 1lb, cut into 1/2″ strips
- 1 tablespoon coconut oil or olive oil
- 3 inch piece of fresh ginger peeled and chopped very small, about 3 tablespoons minced
- 2 large cloves garlic minced
- 3 green onions thinly sliced
- 1 bunch of broccoli cut into small florets, about 4 cups florets
- 1/4 cup water
- 2 tablespoons oyster sauce
- 2 tablespoons rice vinegar
- 2 tablespoons soy sauce
- 1 teaspoon sesame oil
- 1 tablespoon cornstarch
- Optional: 1-2 cups of baby mushrooms halved as desired
Instructions
- Whisk together the oyster sauce, soy sauce, rice vinegar, sesame oil and cornstarch. Set aside.
- In a very large skillet or wok, warm the oil over high heat. Add the chicken and cook, stirring or tossing frequently, until it is cooked through, about 6-8 minutes. Remove the chicken to a plate and set aside.
- Add the ginger, green onions, garlic, broccoli, and mushrooms to the empty skillet. Cook, stirring or tossing constantly until the pan is fragrant and the broccoli turns bright green, about 2-3 minutes.
- Add water to the pan and use a wooden spoon or spatula to scrape up all the browned bits. Pour in the soy sauce mixture. Cook, stirring constantly, until it thickens, about 1 minute. Return the chicken to the pan and stir to coat. Serve over rice if desired. Enjoy!
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(originally posted 09/25/12 – recipe notes and photos updated 5/12/22)
Big Dude says
Your last picture makes me want to dive right in.
Alicia@ eco friendly homemaking says
Wow you really know how to make me want to start eating first thing in the morning!! This looks delicious!
Tricia @ saving room for dessert says
I've made something similar in the past but yours looks terrific. Love your description of the broccoli holding the sauce. I can taste it now.
Tricia Buice says
Still loving this recipe! And still loving stir friend broccoli. Miss you 🙁
Sue/the view from great island says
I never think to use such a large amount of ginger, I'm always just grating in little bits here and there, but I think I need to be bolder with it. Love the look of those little juicy baby mushrooms!
Anna @ hiddenponies says
Broccoli is always a hit here too, and I love the flavours in this!
Blond Duck says
You should open a restaurant!
Monet says
We have broccoli and oyster sauce. Consider this dish made!
Angie's Recipes says
Love quick stir-fry like this. This is DELISH with ginger.
Magnolia Verandah says
Oh yes ginger and oyster sauce it just has to be a winner!
Jenn says
Mmmmmmm… ginger and oyster sauce really do make a great combination, don't' they??
Lea Ann (Cooking On The Ranch) says
This is on my dinner table tonight … no really, I mean it, this is on my dinner table tonight! Looks wonderful.
Anonymous says
Thanks for this! I am trying it out tonight!
Chris says
Am I the only one that noticed the "cheater chopsticks", lol? They are so cute. We had a set of red plastic ones for Trevor growing up but they didn't have the cute body.
This looks and sounds wonderful. I might accidentally spill some sriracha in there:)
Mary says
We've had a couple different styles, but these are my favorite by far! The little guy at the top pops off and you can use any kind of chopsticks with him. Plus, he is made of rubber, so the chopsticks take all kinds of abuse from the kids without breaking. I seriously love these!
Steph says
Made this for supper tonight, my boyfriend and I loved it!
Anonymous says
thanks for sharing...
carol kaplan says
I can't wait to try these. Two of my favorite dishes:*
Hira says
Made it tonight… Thought would order order takeout… Took less than 10 mins… Loved it
aroundthemulberrytree says
Made this for dinner tonight. Added kohl-rabi, zucchini, celery and it was great! Thanks for the recipe.
Velva says
This is a great dish to be enjoyed. Ginger adds a flavor kick that cannot be ignored. Love it.
Christine at Cook the Story says
This is one of those classic dinners that's super easy to put together mid-week. Love it!