Garlic Chicken Stir-Fry

Garlic Chicken Stir-Fry is a quick and flavorful dish that combines tender chicken pieces with vibrant vegetables, all enveloped in a savory garlic sauce. Perfect for a wholesome lunch, this Halal dish is both satisfying and easy to prepare.

Ingredients

• Chicken breast - 300 grams, thinly sliced
• Broccoli - 100 grams, cut into florets
• Bell pepper - 1 medium, sliced
• Carrot - 1 medium, julienned
• Garlic - 4 cloves, minced
• Ginger - 1 teaspoon, minced
• Soy sauce - 3 tablespoons (ensure it's Halal)
• Oyster sauce - 1 tablespoon (ensure it's Halal)
• Cornstarch - 1 tablespoon
• Vegetable oil - 2 tablespoons
• Sesame oil - 1 teaspoon
• Green onions - 2 stalks, chopped
• Salt - to taste
• Black pepper - to taste

Steps

1. In a bowl, combine the sliced chicken with soy sauce, oyster sauce, cornstarch, salt, and black pepper. Let it marinate for about 10 minutes.
2. While the chicken is marinating, prepare the vegetables: cut the broccoli, slice the bell pepper, and julienne the carrot.
3. Heat vegetable oil in a large frying pan or wok over medium-high heat.
4. Add the marinated chicken to the pan and stir-fry for about 5-7 minutes until the chicken is cooked through and lightly browned.
5. Add minced garlic and ginger to the pan, stirring continuously for about 1 minute until fragrant.
6. Add the broccoli, bell pepper, and carrot to the pan, and stir-fry for another 3-4 minutes until the vegetables are tender yet crisp.
7. Drizzle sesame oil over the stir-fry, and toss everything together for an additional minute.
8. Remove from heat, garnish with chopped green onions, and serve immediately with steamed rice or noodles.

Nutrition

• Calories: 450
• Protein: 40 g
• Carbs: 20 g
• Fiber: 3 g
• Sugar: 5 g
• Sodium: 800 mg
• Cholesterol: 90 mg
• Total Fat: 20 g
• Saturated Fat: 2 g
• Unsaturated Fat: 18 g
• Water: 0.5 L

Health Benefits

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

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