Spicy Chicken Stir-Fry

This Spicy Chicken Stir-Fry is a vibrant and flavorful dish that combines tender chicken with colorful vegetables and a zesty sauce, perfect for a quick weeknight dinner. The balance of heat and sweetness makes it a delightful experience for your taste buds.

Ingredients

• Chicken breast - 300 grams, sliced
• Soy sauce - 2 tablespoons
• Cornstarch - 1 tablespoon
• Vegetable oil - 2 tablespoons
• Garlic - 2 cloves, minced
• Ginger - 1 tablespoon, minced
• Red bell pepper - 1 medium, sliced
• Broccoli florets - 150 grams
• Carrot - 1 medium, julienned
• Green onions - 2, chopped
• Chili paste - 1 tablespoon
• Sesame oil - 1 teaspoon
• Salt - to taste
• Black pepper - to taste

Steps

1. In a bowl, marinate the sliced chicken with soy sauce, cornstarch, salt, and black pepper. Let it sit for 10 minutes.
2. Heat 1 tablespoon of vegetable oil in a large skillet or wok over medium-high heat.
3. Add the marinated chicken and stir-fry for about 5-7 minutes until the chicken is cooked through and slightly golden. Remove from the skillet and set aside.
4. In the same skillet, add the remaining tablespoon of vegetable oil. Add minced garlic and ginger, sauté for 30 seconds until fragrant.
5. Add the sliced red bell pepper, broccoli florets, and julienned carrot. Stir-fry for about 4-5 minutes until the vegetables are tender-crisp.
6. Return the cooked chicken to the skillet, add chili paste and sesame oil, and toss everything together. Cook for an additional 2-3 minutes to heat through.
7. Garnish with chopped green onions and serve hot over rice or noodles.

Nutrition

• Calories: 400
• Protein: 35 g
• Carbs: 30 g
• Fiber: 3 g
• Sugar: 5 g
• Sodium: 800 mg
• Cholesterol: 80 mg
• Total Fat: 15 g
• Saturated Fat: 2 g
• Unsaturated Fat: 10 g
• Water: 0.5 L

Health Benefits

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

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