Healthy Chicken and Veggie Stir-Fry with Mixed Rice
Healthy Chicken and Veggie Stir-Fry with Mixed Rice is a vibrant and nutritious dish, perfect for busy weeknights or meal prep. This quick stir-fry combines tender chicken and colorful vegetables, all tossed in a flavorful sauce that balances sweet and savory notes.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Total Time: 30 minutes
- Yield: Serves approximately 4
- Category: Main
- Method: Stir-Frying
- Cuisine: Asian
Ingredients
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- 500 g chicken breast, cut into bite-sized pieces
- 1 cup broccoli florets
- 1 cup green beans, trimmed
- 1 red bell pepper, sliced
- 1 yellow bell pepper, sliced
- 2 tbsp vegetable oil
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 2 tbsp soy sauce
- 1 tbsp honey or maple syrup
- 1 tsp sesame oil
- 1 cup cooked mixed rice (brown, wild, and white rice blend)
- Pinch of salt
Instructions
- Prepare all ingredients: wash and cut vegetables and cube the chicken.
- Heat 1 tablespoon of vegetable oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat. Cook chicken until golden brown (5-7 minutes). Remove from skillet.
- In the same skillet, add garlic and sauté for 30 seconds. Add broccoli, green beans, and bell peppers; stir-fry for about 3-4 minutes.
- Return chicken to the skillet, add sauces and seasonings, stir well, and cook for an additional 2 minutes until heated through.
- Serve over warm mixed rice.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 plate (400g)
- Calories: 450
- Sugar: 8g
- Sodium: 600mg
- Fat: 14g
- Saturated Fat: 2g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 52g
- Fiber: 6g
- Protein: 36g
- Cholesterol: 85mg