Description
Indulge in a quick and nutritious meal with this Chicken Veggie Stir-Fry with Brown Rice Bowl. Perfect for busy weeknights, this dish combines tender chicken breast, vibrant zucchini, broccoli, and red bell peppers, all seasoned to perfection. With fluffy brown rice as the base, every bite is a delightful blend of textures and flavors. This versatile recipe allows you to customize it according to your preferences, making it a hit with both adults and kids alike. Whip up this wholesome stir-fry in just 25 minutes for a satisfying dinner that’s as healthy as it is delicious.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 chicken breast (cut into strips)
- 1 tsp olive oil
- 1 cup chopped zucchini
- 1 cup broccoli florets
- 1 red bell pepper (sliced)
- 1 cup chopped onion
- 1 tbsp low-sodium soy sauce
- 1 tsp garlic powder
- Salt & pepper to taste
- 1 cup cooked brown rice
Instructions
- Heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat. Add the chicken strips seasoned with salt and pepper. Cook for about 6-8 minutes until browned and cooked through. Set aside.
- In the same skillet, add zucchini, broccoli, bell pepper, and onion. Stir-fry for 5-7 minutes until tender-crisp.
- Return the chicken to the skillet, add soy sauce and garlic powder, mixing everything well until heated through.
- Warm the cooked brown rice separately using a microwave or stovetop.
- Serve by placing the stir-fried mixture next to the brown rice on a plate; garnish with optional chili flakes or sesame oil if desired.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Category: Dinner
- Method: Stir-Frying
- Cuisine: Asian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 bowl (approximately 400g)
- Calories: 490
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 450mg
- Fat: 12g
- Saturated Fat: 2g
- Unsaturated Fat: 9g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 65g
- Fiber: 8g
- Protein: 37g
- Cholesterol: 70mg