Description
Colorful Chicken & Veggie Stir-Fry with Rice is a vibrant and nutritious dish that combines tender chicken with an array of fresh vegetables, making it perfect for busy weeknights or meal prepping. In just under 30 minutes, you can whip up this quick and satisfying meal thatβs bursting with flavor. The colorful medley of broccoli, bell peppers, and green beans not only pleases the eye but also packs a healthy punch, ensuring you get your daily dose of vitamins. With a delicious sauce that enhances every bite, this stir-fry is versatile enough to adapt to various dietary preferences. Whether youβre cooking for yourself or hosting friends, this dish promises to impress.
Ingredients
- Boneless chicken breast
- Broccoli florets
- Red bell pepper
- Yellow bell pepper
- Green beans
- Olive oil or sesame oil
- Garlic
- Soy sauce
- Honey or maple syrup
- Rice vinegar
- Cooked brown rice or wild rice mix
Instructions
- Prepare all ingredients by washing and cutting vegetables into bite-sized pieces and dicing the chicken.
- Heat oil in a wok over medium-high heat and sautΓ© the chicken until golden brown (5-7 minutes). Remove from pan.
- Stir-fry broccoli, bell peppers, and green beans in the same pan until tender-crisp (3-4 minutes).
- Add minced garlic, soy sauce, honey/maple syrup, and rice vinegar to the vegetables; mix well.
- Return the cooked chicken to the pan and toss everything together until well combined.
- Serve hot over warm brown rice or wild rice mix.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 12 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Stir-frying
- Cuisine: Asian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 430
- Sugar: 10g
- Sodium: 820mg
- Fat: 12g
- Saturated Fat: 2g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 64g
- Fiber: 8g
- Protein: 24g
- Cholesterol: 70mg
Keywords: Experiment with additional vegetables like snap peas or mushrooms for extra flavor. For a low-carb option, serve over cauliflower rice. Adjust spice levels by adding more chili flakes or fresh chilies.