Soy-Free Chicken and Broccoli Stir Fry

Elevate your weeknight dinners with this flavorful Soy-Free Chicken and Broccoli Stir Fry, a wholesome twist on a classic takeout favorite. Perfect for those avoiding soy, this dish swaps traditional soy sauce for coconut aminos, creating a savory, slightly sweet sauce that pairs beautifully with tender chicken and vibrant vegetables like broccoli, red bell pepper, and carrots. Infused with the aromatic duo of garlic and fresh ginger, and thickened with a hint of honey and cornstarch, this quick and easy stir fry is ready in just 30 minutes. Serve it over fluffy rice or nutrient-packed quinoa for a satisfying, gluten-free meal the whole family will love. Healthy, colorful, and packed with bold, delicious flavors, this soy-free stir fry is destined to become a go-to in your dinner rotation!

Nutriscore Rating: 73/100

Prep Time:15 mins

Cook Time:15 mins

Total Time:30 mins

Servings: 4

Ingredients

• 1 pound boneless, skinless chicken breasts
• 3 cups broccoli florets
• 1 large red bell pepper
• 1 large carrot
• 0.25 cup coconut aminos
• 3 garlic cloves
• 1 tablespoon fresh ginger
• 2 tablespoons honey
• 1 tablespoon cornstarch
• 0.25 cup chicken broth
• 1 tablespoon sesame oil
• 1 tablespoon olive oil
• 0.5 teaspoon salt
• 0.25 teaspoon black pepper

Directions

Step 1

Slice the chicken breasts into thin strips and season with salt and black pepper.

Step 2

Cut the broccoli into bite-sized florets, slice the red bell pepper and carrot into thin strips, mince the garlic, and grate the ginger.

Step 3

In a small bowl, whisk together the coconut aminos, honey, cornstarch, and chicken broth until smooth. Set aside.

Step 4

Heat a large skillet or wok over medium-high heat and add the olive oil.

Step 5

Add the seasoned chicken strips to the skillet and cook for about 5-6 minutes, stirring occasionally, until the chicken is golden brown and cooked through. Remove the chicken from the skillet and set aside.

Step 6

In the same skillet, add the sesame oil. Add the garlic and ginger, stirring constantly for about 30 seconds until fragrant.

Step 7

Add the broccoli, red bell pepper, and carrot to the skillet. Stir-fry for 4-5 minutes until the vegetables are tender-crisp.

Step 8

Return the cooked chicken to the skillet with the vegetables.

Step 9

Pour the coconut aminos mixture over the chicken and vegetables. Stir well to coat everything in the sauce.

Step 10

Cook for an additional 2 minutes, allowing the sauce to thicken and coat the ingredients.

Step 11

Serve the soy-free chicken and broccoli stir fry hot over rice or quinoa if desired. Enjoy!

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(1164.5g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	1377.3

Total Fat 45.0g	0%
Saturated Fat 8.9g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 7.2g
Cholesterol 385.6mg	0%
Sodium 2850.3mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 86.0g	0%
Dietary Fiber 12.5g	0%
Total Sugars 57.5g
Protein 154.1g	0%

Vitamin D 4.5IU	0%
Calcium 234.4mg	0%
Iron 8.1mg	0%
Potassium 1789.1mg	0%

*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.

Source of Calories

Fat: 29.7%

Protein: 45.1%

Carbs: 25.2%