Sesame-Ginger Skillet Chicken
Broccolini and chicken are a perfect pair in this Asian-inspired skillet dinner.
Serves4
Prep10 minutes
Cook32 minutes to 40 minutes
If you love the combination of chicken and broccoli, but are looking to switch things up a bit, you’ll want to bookmark this skillet dinner. Chicken breasts and crisp-tender Broccolini are paired with a savory sesame-ginger sauce for a five-ingredient win. Pair it with steamed rice, and you’ve got the perfect weeknight meal.
Broccolini Is a Quick-Cooking, Weeknight Win
Nothing against broccoli, but Broccolini is the superior choice if you’re after a fast stovetop dinner. Hearty broccoli florets typically need to be blanched before you toss them into a hot skillet, otherwise they take more time to get tender. Since the Broccolini is thinner, it doesn’t require a blanch and can simply be sautéed.
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Sesame Ginger Skillet Chicken
Broccolini and chicken are a perfect pair in this Asian-inspired skillet dinner.
Prep time 10 minutes
Cook time 32 minutes to 40 minutes
Serves 4
Nutritional Info
Ingredients
- 2 bunches
Broccolini (about 1 pound total)
- 1 (1-inch) piece
fresh ginger
- 1/4 cup
tamari or soy sauce
- 2 tablespoons
toasted sesame oil
- 4
boneless, skinless chicken breasts (1 1/2 to 2 pounds)
- 1/4 teaspoon
kosher salt
- 1/4 teaspoon
freshly ground black pepper
- 2 tablespoons
olive oil
Sesame seeds, for garnish (optional)
Instructions
Trim and rinse 2 bunches Broccolini under cool water and shake off the excess water. Peel and grate 1 (1-inch) piece fresh ginger into a small bowl. Whisk in 1/4 cup tamari or soy sauce and 2 tablespoons sesame oil.
Pound 4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts one at a time: Place 1 chicken breast in a gallon-sized zip-top bag and pound with a rolling pin or the flat side of a meat mallet to an even 1/2-inch thickness. Pat dry with paper towels and season with 1/4 teaspoon kosher salt and 1/4 teaspoon black pepper.
Heat 2 tablespoons olive oil in a 10-inch or larger skillet over medium-high heat until shimmering. Working in batches, add the chicken and sear until deeply browned, 5 to 7 minutes per side. Transfer the chicken to a plate.
Add the Broccolini to the skillet and sauté until bright green and almost tender, about 10 minutes. Return the chicken and any accumulated juices to the pan. Pour in the sesame-ginger sauce and simmer until the Broccolini is crisp-tender and the chicken is cooked through, 2 to 3 minutes. Garnish with sesame seeds, if desired.
Recipe Notes
Storage: Leftovers can be refrigerated in an airtight container for up to 3 days.
