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chicken stir-fry with rice

Chicken Stir-Fry with Rice

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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 15 minutes
Marinating Time 15 minutes
Total Time 45 minutes
Servings: 4 people
Calories: 400
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

  • 500 g boneless, skinless chicken breast or thighs
  • 2 cups fresh vegetables bell peppers, broccoli, carrots, snap peas, mushrooms
  • 2 cups cooked jasmine or basmati rice preferably day-old
  • 3 tablespoons soy sauce
  • 2 cloves garlic, minced
  • 1 tablespoon grated ginger
  • 1 tablespoon sesame oil
  • optional add-ins cashews, water chestnuts, green onions

Equipment

  • Large skillet or wok
  • Cutting board
  • Knife
  • Measuring spoons

Method
 

  1. Cook the rice ahead of time and let it cool.
  2. Marinade the chicken in soy sauce, garlic, ginger, and sesame oil for at least 15 minutes.
  3. Heat a large skillet or wok over high heat.
  4. Stir-fry the marinated chicken until browned and cooked through.
  5. Add the chopped vegetables and stir-fry until vibrant and slightly tender.
  6. Pour in the sauce and mix well.
  7. Gently fold in the cooked rice and mix until everything is combined.
  8. Serve hot, garnished with optional toppings like chili oil or green onions.

Nutrition

Calories: 400kcalCarbohydrates: 45gProtein: 30gFat: 10gSaturated Fat: 2gCholesterol: 70mgSodium: 700mgPotassium: 600mgFiber: 4gSugar: 3gVitamin A: 20IUVitamin C: 30mgCalcium: 5mgIron: 10mg

Notes

This stir-fry dish is quick to prepare, allowing for customization based on available ingredients. Great for meal prep!
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