Description
Sizzling garlic chicken & veggie stir-fry with rice promises a flavor explosion straight from Asian kitchens. Packed with aromatic garlic, crisp vegetables, and tender chicken, you’ll savor a quick, nutritious meal that satisfies hunger and delights taste buds.
Ingredients
Scale
Proteins:
- 1 chicken breast, cut into bite-sized pieces
Vegetables:
- 1/2 cup broccoli florets
- 1/2 cup carrots, sliced
- 1/4 cup red onion, chopped
Seasonings and Cooking Ingredients:
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 1 1/2 tablespoons soy sauce
- 1/2 teaspoon garlic powder (or 1 clove garlic, minced)
- 1/2 teaspoon black pepper
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 1 cup cooked white or brown rice
Instructions
- Preheat a large skillet to medium-high temperature and warm olive oil until shimmering.
- Add chicken pieces seasoned with garlic powder, salt, and black pepper, ensuring each piece is evenly coated.
- Sear chicken for 5-7 minutes, turning occasionally to achieve a golden-brown exterior with crisp edges.
- Drizzle soy sauce over chicken, stirring to coat and develop deeper flavor for an additional minute.
- Without cleaning the pan, introduce fresh olive oil and quickly sauté sliced carrots for approximately 3 minutes.
- Incorporate broccoli florets and diced red onion into the skillet, gently stirring to prevent burning and promote even cooking.
- Sprinkle additional black pepper and splash soy sauce, stirring to distribute seasonings and create a glossy vegetable mixture.
- Transfer warm, fluffy rice to serving plates, creating a welcoming base for the protein and vegetables.
- Artfully arrange seared chicken atop the rice, cascading colorful vegetables around and over the protein.
- Serve immediately while ingredients retain their optimal temperature and textural integrity.
Notes
- Choose a high-sided wok or large skillet for even heat distribution and better stir-frying results.
- Pat chicken dry before cooking to ensure crispy, golden-brown exterior and prevent steaming.
- Cut vegetables into uniform bite-sized pieces for consistent cooking and appealing presentation.
- Use high heat and keep ingredients moving to maintain crispness and prevent burning.
- Swap chicken with tofu or tempeh for a vegetarian version that keeps the same flavor profile.
- Add red pepper flakes or sriracha for extra heat and depth of flavor if you enjoy spicy dishes.
- Prep all ingredients before starting to cook, making the stir-fry process smooth and quick.
- Experiment with different vegetables like bell peppers, zucchini, or snap peas for variety.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 12 minutes
- Category: Lunch, Dinner
- Method: Sautéing
- Cuisine: Asian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1
- Calories: 550 kcal
- Sugar: 3 g
- Sodium: 1500 mg
- Fat: 28 g
- Saturated Fat: 4 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 24 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 45 g
- Fiber: 5 g
- Protein: 40 g
- Cholesterol: 90 mg