Description
Mediterranean-inspired chicken and broccoli salad promises fresh, zesty flavors with crisp broccoli and tender grilled chicken. Tangy lemon dressing and herb-infused ingredients create a light, refreshing meal you’ll savor to the last delicious bite.
Ingredients
Scale
Main Protein:
- 1 pound (454 grams) chicken breast, thinly sliced
Vegetables:
- 2 heads broccoli, florets removed (7 cups/465 grams)
- 3 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 inch fresh ginger, minced
Seasonings and Liquids:
- 1.5 tablespoons avocado oil
- 0.5 cup coconut aminos
- 3 tablespoons lime juice
- 1 tablespoon sesame oil
- 0.5 cup chicken broth
- 0.5 teaspoon red pepper flakes
- Salt, to taste
- Black pepper, to taste
Optional Toppings:
- Sesame seeds
- Green onions
Serving Suggestions:
- White rice
- Cauliflower rice
Instructions
- Prepare a savory blend of broth, coconut aminos, lime juice, sesame oil, minced garlic, grated ginger, red pepper flakes, and black pepper in a small saucepan, simmering over medium-low heat for approximately 20 minutes while stirring consistently until the sauce reduces and thickens to two-thirds its original volume.
- Generously season both sides of the chicken pieces with kosher salt and freshly ground black pepper to enhance the overall flavor profile.
- Warm avocado oil in a large sauté pan over medium heat, carefully cooking chicken in separate batches for 30-60 seconds per side, ensuring each piece is evenly cooked without overcrowding the cooking surface.
- After removing the chicken, introduce broccoli florets into the remaining pan juices, sautéing for 3-5 minutes until they reach a tender consistency, adding a splash of broth if additional moisture is required.
- Reintroduce the cooked chicken to the pan, combining it with the reduced sauce mixture and gently stirring to ensure every piece is uniformly coated.
- Continue heating the ingredients until they are thoroughly warmed and completely enveloped in the flavorful sauce.
- Present the dish piping hot, garnishing with toasted sesame seeds and thinly sliced green onions, accompanied by your preferred rice variety to complete the meal.
Notes
- Marinate chicken with salt and pepper to build a rich, foundational flavor profile.
- Create a vibrant sauce by simmering broth, coconut aminos, and aromatic spices until perfectly reduced.
- Sear chicken pieces in batches using avocado oil, ensuring golden-brown edges and juicy interiors.
- Quickly cook tender broccoli in remaining pan juices, capturing maximum vegetable freshness.
- Combine chicken and broccoli with the concentrated sauce, allowing each ingredient to absorb maximum flavor.
- Garnish with sesame seeds and green onions for a beautiful, restaurant-quality presentation.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Category: Lunch, Dinner, Snacks
- Method: Sautéing
- Cuisine: Asian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 4
- Calories: 320 kcal
- Sugar: 4 g
- Sodium: 600 mg
- Fat: 15 g
- Saturated Fat: 3 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 18 g
- Fiber: 5 g
- Protein: 30 g
- Cholesterol: 70 mg