Description
Chicken Veggie Rice Stir-Fry is a wholesome, vibrant dish that brings together tender chicken and a colorful array of fresh vegetables, all served over nutritious wild rice. Perfect for busy weeknights or meal prep, this stir-fry is not only quick to make but also bursting with flavor. The combination of savory soy sauce, honey, and aromatic garlic creates an irresistible taste that will delight your family and friends. With just one pan needed for preparation, cleanup is a breeze, making it an ideal choice for those looking for a healthy yet satisfying meal.
Ingredients
- Bite-sized chicken breast pieces
- Fresh broccoli florets
- Sliced red bell pepper
- Sliced yellow bell pepper
- Crunchy sugar snap peas
- Cooked wild rice
- Soy sauce
- Minced garlic
- Grated ginger
- Honey
- Sesame oil
- Cornstarch
- Water for thickening
Instructions
- Prepare by washing and chopping all vegetables.
- Heat sesame oil in a wok or skillet over medium-high heat.
- Add chicken and sear until golden brown (5-7 minutes).
- Stir in garlic and ginger; sautรฉ until fragrant (1 minute).
- Add broccoli, bell peppers, and sugar snap peas; cook until tender-crisp (3-5 minutes).
- Mix soy sauce, honey, cornstarch, and water; pour over the stir-fry and simmer until thickened.
- Fold in cooked wild rice until well combined.
- Serve hot, garnished with sesame seeds or scallions if desired.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 25 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Stir-frying
- Cuisine: Asian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 350
- Sugar: 8g
- Sodium: 600mg
- Fat: 9g
- Saturated Fat: 1g
- Unsaturated Fat: 6g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 43g
- Fiber: 5g
- Protein: 28g
- Cholesterol: 75mg
Keywords: Feel free to swap in your favorite vegetables or use tofu for a plant-based option. For added crunch, consider sprinkling some toasted nuts on top before serving.