Description
Garlic Chicken Stir-Fry with Rice is a vibrant and delicious dish that transforms your weeknight dinners into a culinary delight. In just 30 minutes, enjoy tender chicken and crisp vegetables coated in a savory garlic sauce, served over fluffy rice. This quick and easy recipe is perfect for busy evenings, offering a nutritious meal that will impress family and friends alike.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 lb boneless, skinless chicken breasts, cut into bite-sized pieces
- 4 cloves fresh garlic, minced
- 1 red bell pepper, sliced
- 1 yellow bell pepper, sliced
- 1 cup broccoli florets
- 1 large carrot, thinly sliced
- 3 tbsp low-sodium soy sauce
- 1 tbsp honey
- 1 tbsp sesame oil
- Cooked rice (to serve)
Instructions
- Prep your ingredients by cutting the chicken and chopping the vegetables.
- Heat sesame oil in a large skillet or wok over medium-high heat. Add chicken and cook until golden brown (5-7 minutes).
- Add minced garlic, bell peppers, broccoli, and carrots; sauté for another 4-5 minutes until veggies are tender-crisp.
- Mix soy sauce and honey in a bowl; pour over the stir-fry, stirring to coat everything well. Cook for an additional minute.
- Serve over cooked rice, garnished with sesame seeds or green onions if desired.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Stir-Frying
- Cuisine: Asian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 plate (approximately 300g)
- Calories: 375
- Sugar: 6g
- Sodium: 550mg
- Fat: 8g
- Saturated Fat: 2g
- Unsaturated Fat: 5g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 48g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 28g
- Cholesterol: 70mg
Keywords: Feel free to substitute or add vegetables like snap peas or mushrooms based on your preference. For extra flavor, consider adding chili flakes or using different oils like olive oil.