Halal Chicken and Eggplant Stir-Fry Bowl

This Halal Chicken and Eggplant Stir-Fry Bowl combines tender chicken with savory eggplant and vibrant vegetables, all tossed in a flavorful sauce for a delightful late-night meal. It's a quick and satisfying dish, perfect for those midnight cravings.

Halal Chicken and Eggplant Stir-Fry Bowl
30 minutes
Difficulty: Easy
American
480 kcal

Ingredients

  • Boneless, skinless chicken breast - 300 grams, diced
  • Eggplant - 1 medium, diced
  • Red bell pepper - 1, sliced
  • Green bell pepper - 1, sliced
  • Garlic - 3 cloves, minced
  • Ginger - 1 tablespoon, minced
  • Soy sauce - 3 tablespoons
  • Oyster sauce - 1 tablespoon
  • Sesame oil - 1 tablespoon
  • Vegetable oil - 2 tablespoons
  • Cornstarch - 1 teaspoon
  • Salt - 1/2 teaspoon
  • Black pepper - 1/4 teaspoon
  • Fresh cilantro - for garnish
  • Cooked rice - 2 cups (for serving)

Steps

  1. In a bowl, combine the diced chicken, soy sauce, oyster sauce, cornstarch, salt, and black pepper. Mix well and let marinate for 10 minutes.
  2. Heat 1 tablespoon of vegetable oil in a large skillet or wok over medium-high heat. Add the marinated chicken and stir-fry for about 5-7 minutes, or until cooked through. Remove from the skillet and set aside.
  3. In the same skillet, add the remaining 1 tablespoon of vegetable oil. Add the minced garlic and ginger, and sauté for about 30 seconds until fragrant.
  4. Add the diced eggplant and stir-fry for 4-5 minutes until it begins to soften. Then, add the sliced red and green bell peppers and continue to cook for an additional 3-4 minutes.
  5. Return the cooked chicken to the skillet, add the sesame oil, and mix everything together. Cook for another 2 minutes until heated through.
  6. Serve the stir-fry over cooked rice and garnish with fresh cilantro.

Nutrition

  • Calories: 480
  • Protein: 30 g
  • Carbs: 60 g
  • Fiber: 4 g
  • Sugar: 5 g
  • Sodium: 900 mg
  • Cholesterol: 70 mg
  • Total Fat: 12 g
  • Saturated Fat: 2 g
  • Unsaturated Fat: 10 g
  • Water: 0.5 L

Health Benefits

  • Rich in protein from chicken, aiding muscle repair and growth.
  • Eggplant is high in antioxidants and fiber, promoting digestive health.

Tags

AmericanHalalMidnight