Description

This garlic chicken stir-fry with rice is a quick and flavorful dinner made with juicy chicken, fresh vegetables, garlic, and a savory sauce. Perfect for weeknights, meal prep, or an easy family meal idea. Includes lean protein, healthy veggies, and comforting rice in one skillet meal.

Ingredients

1 lb chicken breast or thighs

4 cloves garlic, minced

3 tbsp soy sauce

1 tbsp honey or brown sugar

1 tbsp cornstarch

2 tbsp vegetable oil

1 red bell pepper, sliced

1 cup broccoli florets

2 green onions, chopped

2 cups cooked rice

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Instructions

1. Slice the chicken into bite-sized strips, chop vegetables, and mince the garlic.

2. Toss the chicken pieces in cornstarch until fully coated.

3. Heat 1 tablespoon of oil in a skillet or wok over medium-high heat. Add chicken and cook until golden and cooked through. Remove and set aside.

4. Add the remaining oil to the pan. Stir-fry garlic, bell pepper, and broccoli until crisp-tender.

5. In a bowl, mix soy sauce and honey. Pour into the pan and let it simmer for a minute.

6. Return chicken to the pan. Stir everything to coat evenly in the sauce. Simmer for another minute to thicken.

7. Serve hot over cooked rice. Garnish with chopped green onions.

Notes

This recipe can be doubled easily for meal prep.

You can swap chicken for tofu or shrimp for variation.

Add chili flakes for a spicier version.

Prep Time: 10 minutes
Cook Time: 15 minutes
Category: Dinner
Method: Stir-fry
Cuisine: Asian-inspired

Nutrition

Serving Size: 1 bowl
Calories: 370
Sugar: 5g
Sodium: 680mg
Fat: 12g
Saturated Fat: 2g
Unsaturated Fat: 9g
Trans Fat: 0g
Carbohydrates: 35g
Fiber: 3g
Protein: 28g
Cholesterol: 70mg