Spicy Chicken and Vegetable Stir-Fry

This Spicy Chicken and Vegetable Stir-Fry is a vibrant and flavorful dish that combines tender chicken with a medley of fresh vegetables, all tossed in a spicy sauce. Perfect for a quick weeknight dinner, it's both satisfying and nutritious.

Ingredients

• Boneless chicken breast - 250 grams, sliced
• Bell pepper (any color) - 1 medium, sliced
• Carrot - 1 medium, julienned
• Broccoli florets - 100 grams
• Green onion - 2 stalks, chopped
• Garlic - 2 cloves, minced
• Ginger - 1 teaspoon, minced
• Soy sauce - 2 tablespoons
• Sriracha sauce - 1 tablespoon
• Sesame oil - 1 tablespoon
• Olive oil - 1 tablespoon
• Cornstarch - 1 teaspoon
• Water - 50 ml

Steps

1. In a bowl, mix the sliced chicken with soy sauce, cornstarch, and half of the minced garlic and ginger. Let it marinate for 10 minutes.
2. Heat olive oil in a large pan or wok over medium-high heat. Add the marinated chicken and stir-fry for about 5-7 minutes until browned and cooked through. Remove the chicken from the pan and set aside.
3. In the same pan, add sesame oil and the remaining garlic and ginger. Stir-fry for about 30 seconds until fragrant.
4. Add the sliced bell pepper, carrot, and broccoli to the pan. Stir-fry for 3-4 minutes until the vegetables are tender but still crisp.
5. Return the cooked chicken to the pan. Add Sriracha sauce and water, stirring well to combine all the ingredients. Cook for an additional 2-3 minutes.
6. Remove from heat, garnish with chopped green onion, and serve hot over rice or noodles.

Nutrition

• Calories: 400
• Protein: 35 g
• Carbs: 30 g
• Fiber: 4 g
• Sugar: 5 g
• Sodium: 800 mg
• Cholesterol: 70 mg
• Total Fat: 12 g
• Saturated Fat: 2 g
• Unsaturated Fat: 10 g
• Water: 0.05 L

Health Benefits

• High in protein, supporting muscle growth and repair.
• Rich in vegetables, providing essential vitamins and minerals.

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