Chicken and broccoli

Chicken and broccoli developed in Chinese restaurants of the United States where it became widely popular, and is not based on authentic Chinese cuisine.{{Cite web |date=2017-05-16 |title=No "Broccoli Chicken" On This Menu |url=https://www.newhavenindependent.org/article/no_broccoli_chicken |access-date=2023-05-25 |website=New Haven Independent |language=en}}{{Cite web |date=2021-03-30 |title=My Secret Affair With Chinese Takeout |url=https://www.bonappetit.com/story/secret-affair-chinese-takeout |access-date=2023-05-25 |website=Bon Appétit |language=en-US}}

The dish is prepared by stir frying blanched broccoli florets and seared pieces of chicken breast.{{Cite web |last=Bill |date=2019-07-19 |title=Chicken and Broccoli with Brown Sauce |url=https://thewoksoflife.com/chinese-chicken-broccoli-brown-sauce/ |access-date=2023-05-25 |website=The Woks of Life |language=en-US}} The chicken is often velveted to tenderize it.{{Cite web |title=Stir-Fried Chinese Broccoli and Chicken With Hoisin Recipe |url=https://cooking.nytimes.com/recipes/12865-stir-fried-chinese-broccoli-and-chicken-with-hoisin |access-date=2023-05-25 |website=NYT Cooking |language=en-US}} The stir fry typically includes a "brown sauce" made with oyster sauce, soy sauce, ginger, garlic and Shaoxing wine.{{Cite web |title=What is Chinese Brown Sauce? |url=https://flybyjing.com/blog/chinese-brown-sauce/ |access-date=2023-05-25 |website=Fly By Jing |language=en}}{{Cite web |last=Zhu |first=Maggie |date=2019-10-27 |title=Chicken and Broccoli (Chinese Takeout Style) |url=https://omnivorescookbook.com/chicken-and-broccoli/ |access-date=2023-05-25 |website=Omnivore's Cookbook |language=en-US}}{{Cite news |last=Shulman |first=Martha Rose |date=2008-09-14 |title=Stir-Fried Chicken and Broccoli |language=en-US |work=The New York Times |url=https://www.nytimes.com/2008/09/15/health/healthspecial2/15recipeskids-stirfrychicken.html |access-date=2023-05-25 |issn=0362-4331}} Some recipes substitute Shaoxing wine with sherry.{{Cite web |title=Chicken and Broccoli Stir-Fry |url=https://www.foodnetwork.com/recipes/food-network-kitchen/chicken-and-broccoli-stir-fry-recipe-1942670 |access-date=2023-05-25 |website=Food Network |language=en}}

Chicken and broccoli is a popular dish known for its combination of tender, savory chicken and crisp, earthy broccoli. Chicken, typically mild and versatile, offers a tender and juicy texture when properly cooked, while broccoli contributes a slight bitterness and earthiness, complemented by a tender crunch. The flavors of both ingredients harmonize well together, with the chicken balancing out the broccoli's natural bitterness. {{Cite web |last=Mei |date=2022-07-20 |title=Chinese Chicken and Broccoli |url=https://twoplaidaprons.com/chicken-and-broccoli/ |access-date=2024-04-10 |website=Two Plaid Aprons |language=en-US}} Seasoning and cooking methods play a crucial role in enhancing the dish, with various spices, herbs, or sauces adding depth and complexity to the overall flavor profile. {{Cite web |last=LaBonte |first=Addison |date=2023-10-16 |title=Chicken and Broccoli |url=https://www.100daysofrealfood.com/chicken-and-broccoli/ |access-date=2024-04-10 |website=100 Days of Real Food |language=en-US}} This dish is celebrated for its simplicity, nutritional value, and the ability to accommodate a wide range of flavor preferences, making it a beloved choice in many cuisines worldwide.

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