Sichuan Chicken and Broccoli

Steamed Rice
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Ingredients

  • 1½ lb boneless, skinless chicken breasts, thinly sliced
  • 2 Tbsp cornstarch
  • 3 Tbsp soy sauce
  • ¼ tsp crushed red pepper
  • 2 cloves garlic, minced
  • 2 Tbsp dark sesame oil
  • 1 (8-oz) can sliced water chestnuts, drained
  • 1 cup chicken broth
  • 1 head broccoli, cut into florets

Instructions

  1. Toss together chicken, cornstarch, soy sauce, and red pepper; let stand 15 minutes.
  2. Cook garlic in hot oil in a large nonstick skillet or wok over medium heat 30 seconds. Increase heat to medium-high. Add chicken mixture, and cook 6 to 8 minutes or until chicken is browned and done.
  3. Add water chestnuts, broth, and broccoli; cover and cook 3 to 4 minutes or until sauce is thickened and broccoli is tender.

Side Dish Ingredients

  • 2 cups long-grain white rice

Side Dish Instructions

  1. Cook rice according to package directions; season with salt and pepper to taste.

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