Healthy Chicken and Veggie Stir-Fry with Mixed Rice
Healthy Chicken and Veggie Stir-Fry with Mixed Rice is a vibrant, nutritious dish that brings together tender chicken and colorful vegetables in a quick and easy one-pan meal. Perfect for busy weeknights, this stir-fry is not only packed with flavor but also customizable to suit your tastes and seasonal produce. The delightful combination of garlic, soy sauce, and honey elevates the dish, making it a family favorite. Plus, with its meal prep-friendly nature, you can enjoy leftovers throughout the week without compromising on taste or quality.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Total Time: 30 minutes
- Yield: Serves 4
- Category: Dinner
- Method: Frying
- Cuisine: Asian
Ingredients
Scale
- 500 g chicken breast
- 1 cup broccoli florets
- 1 cup green beans
- 1 red bell pepper
- 1 yellow bell pepper
- 2 tbsp vegetable oil
- 2 cloves garlic
- 2 tbsp soy sauce
- 1 tbsp honey or maple syrup
- Salt and pepper to taste
- 1 cup cooked mixed rice
Instructions
- Heat 1 tablespoon of vegetable oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat. Cook the chicken pieces until golden brown and cooked through, then set aside.
- In the same skillet, add the remaining oil and sauté minced garlic for about 30 seconds. Add broccoli, green beans, and both bell peppers; stir-fry for 3–4 minutes until tender-crisp.
- Return the chicken to the skillet and add soy sauce, honey (or maple syrup), salt, and pepper. Stir well for another 2 minutes until heated through.
- Serve over warm mixed rice.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 360
- Sugar: 8g
- Sodium: 520mg
- Fat: 11g
- Saturated Fat: 2g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 39g
- Fiber: 5g
- Protein: 28g
- Cholesterol: 90mg