Description
Healthy Chicken and Veggie Stir-Fry with Mixed Rice is a colorful, nutrient-packed dish that brings together tender chicken breast, vibrant vegetables, and wholesome mixed rice. This recipe is perfect for busy weeknights or meal prep, taking just 15 minutes to prepare and cook. The combination of fresh ingredients and a flavorful sauce makes it a delightful choice for any occasion, whether you’re hosting friends or enjoying a cozy dinner at home. Customize it easily by swapping proteins or adding your favorite veggies to suit your taste.
Ingredients
Scale
- 500 g chicken breast, cut into bite-sized pieces
- 1 cup broccoli florets
- 1 cup green beans, trimmed
- red bell pepper, sliced
- 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
- Salt & pepper to taste
- 1 cup cooked mixed rice (brown, wild, and white rice blend)
- Pinch of salt
Instructions
- In a large skillet or wok, heat 1 tablespoon of vegetable oil over medium-high heat. Add the chicken pieces and cook until golden brown and fully cooked through. Remove from the pan and set aside.
- In the same pan, add the remaining tablespoon of oil along with minced garlic. Sauté for about 30 seconds until fragrant. Add broccoli florets, green beans, red bell pepper, and yellow bell pepper; stir-fry for about 3-4 minutes until tender-crisp.
- Return the cooked chicken to the pan. Pour in soy sauce, honey (or maple syrup), sesame oil, salt, and pepper. Mix well and cook for another 2 minutes.
- Serve over warm mixed rice.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 5 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Stir-frying
- Cuisine: Asian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 plate (approximately 350g)
- Calories: 420
- Sugar: 9g
- Sodium: 590mg
- Fat: 15g
- Saturated Fat: 2g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 45g
- Fiber: 5g
- Protein: 30g
- Cholesterol: 75mg