Garlic Butter Chicken and Vegetable Stir-Fry with Rice

Garlic Butter Chicken and Vegetable Stir-Fry with Rice is a savory and satisfying dish that combines tender chicken with a medley of vibrant vegetables, all tossed in a rich garlic butter sauce. Served over fluffy rice, this meal is a perfect weeknight dinner that is both delicious and easy to prepare.

Ingredients

• Chicken breast - 300 grams, sliced into strips
• Bell pepper - 1 medium, sliced
• Broccoli florets - 150 grams
• Carrot - 1 medium, julienned
• Garlic - 4 cloves, minced
• Butter - 30 grams
• Soy sauce - 30 ml
• Honey - 15 ml
• Olive oil - 15 ml
• Cooked rice - 2 cups (about 300 grams)
• Salt - to taste
• Black pepper - to taste
• Sesame seeds - for garnish (optional)

Steps

1. In a large skillet or wok, heat the olive oil over medium-high heat.
2. Add the sliced chicken breast to the skillet and season with salt and black pepper. Cook until the chicken is browned and cooked through, about 5-7 minutes.
3. Add the minced garlic to the skillet and sauté for 1 minute until fragrant.
4. Add the sliced bell pepper, broccoli florets, and julienned carrot to the skillet. Stir-fry the vegetables for about 4-5 minutes until they are tender-crisp.
5. In a small bowl, mix together the soy sauce and honey. Pour this mixture over the chicken and vegetables, stirring well to combine.
6. Add the butter to the skillet and stir until it melts and coats the chicken and vegetables evenly.
7. Remove from heat and serve the stir-fry over cooked rice. Garnish with sesame seeds if desired.

Nutrition

• Calories: 550
• Protein: 30 g
• Carbs: 75 g
• Fiber: 4 g
• Sugar: 6 g
• Sodium: 800 mg
• Cholesterol: 80 mg
• Total Fat: 18 g
• Saturated Fat: 7 g
• Unsaturated Fat: 11 g
• Water: 0.5 L

Health Benefits

• High in protein from the chicken, supporting muscle growth and repair.
• Rich in vitamins and minerals from the vegetables, promoting overall health.

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