Description
Indulge in a delightful Chicken Stir-Fry with Steamed Broccoli & Fluffy Rice, a vibrant and nutritious meal that’s perfect for any occasion. This dish features tender chicken strips sautéed alongside colorful vegetables, all served over fluffy rice. Whether you’re enjoying a quick weeknight dinner or hosting friends, this recipe is both delicious and easy to prepare, making it a go-to choice for busy cooks. In just 25 minutes, you can create a satisfying meal bursting with flavor that nourishes the body and pleases the palate.
Ingredients
Scale
- 150g chicken breast, sliced into strips
- Red bell pepper, sliced
- Carrot, thinly sliced
- 1 tsp olive oil
- 1 cup uncooked white rice (e.g., basmati or jasmine)
- 1 cup broccoli florets
- Garlic powder, to taste
- Dried herbs, to taste
- Salt, to taste
- Pepper, to taste
Instructions
- Rinse the rice until the water runs clear. Combine rinsed rice with water and a pinch of salt in a pot. Bring to a boil, then cover and simmer for 12-15 minutes until fluffy.
- Heat olive oil in a non-stick pan over medium-high heat. Add chicken strips and cook for 5-6 minutes until golden brown.
- Stir in carrots, red bell pepper, garlic powder, dried herbs, salt, and pepper. Continue stir-frying for another 3-4 minutes until veggies are tender-crisp.
- Steam broccoli florets in a steamer basket over boiling water for 4-5 minutes until bright green and tender.
- Serve the chicken stir-fry alongside fluffy rice and steamed broccoli for a complete meal.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Frying
- Cuisine: Asian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 plate (400g)
- Calories: 500
- Sugar: 4g
- Sodium: 300mg
- Fat: 10g
- Saturated Fat: 1.5g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 70g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 30g
- Cholesterol: 70mg