Chicken and Bell Pepper Stir-Fry with Rice
Chicken and Bell Pepper Stir-Fry with Rice is a vibrant, quick-cooking dish that’s perfect for busy weeknights or impressing guests. This easy recipe combines tender chicken breast with colorful bell peppers, creating a satisfying meal that’s both nutritious and flavorful. With the savory blend of soy sauce and garlic, every bite bursts with taste. Customize this stir-fry by swapping in your favorite proteins or adding seasonal vegetables to keep it fresh and exciting. Plus, it all comes together in just 25 minutes, making it an ideal choice for a healthy weeknight dinner.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 10 minutes
- Total Time: 25 minutes
- Yield: Serves 2
- Category: Main
- Method: Stir-Frying
- Cuisine: Asian
Ingredients
- Boneless chicken breast
- Red bell pepper
- Green bell pepper
- Garlic
- Soy sauce
- Cornstarch slurry (cornstarch mixed with water)
- Sesame oil or olive oil
- Green onions
Instructions
- Heat sesame oil or olive oil in a wok over medium-high heat until shimmering.
- Add sliced boneless chicken breast and stir-fry for about 5–6 minutes until lightly browned.
- Toss in sliced red and green bell peppers along with minced garlic; cook for an additional 2–3 minutes until peppers are tender.
- Pour in soy sauce and black pepper; stir well to combine.
- Add cornstarch slurry to thicken the sauce, stirring continuously until it reaches your desired consistency.
- Mix in chopped green onions before serving hot over steamed white rice.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 420
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 850mg
- Fat: 15g
- Saturated Fat: 2g
- Unsaturated Fat: 12g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 45g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 33g
- Cholesterol: 90mg