Description
Spicy Garlic Pepper Chicken Stir-Fry with Steamed Rice is a quick and vibrant dish that brings together tender chicken, colorful vegetables, and a spicy kick, making it perfect for busy weeknights or casual gatherings. This recipe is not only packed with bold flavors from garlic and chili flakes but also rich in nutrients due to the inclusion of lean protein and fresh veggies. In just 35 minutes, you can whip up this delightful meal that caters to various dietary preferences. Customize it by swapping chicken for shrimp or tofu to suit your tastes. Serve it over fluffy steamed rice for a satisfying dinner that will impress family and friends alike.
Ingredients
- Chicken breast strips
- Green bell peppers
- Red bell peppers
- Onion slices
- Garlic cloves
- Soy sauce
- Chili flakes
- Black pepper
- Sesame oil
- White rice
Instructions
- Cook white rice according to package instructions until fluffy; set aside.
- In a large frying pan or wok, heat sesame oil over medium-high heat, sauté minced garlic until fragrant, then add chicken strips and cook until golden brown.
- Add onion slices and bell peppers; stir-fry for 3-4 minutes until veggies are slightly crisp.
- Pour in soy sauce, chili flakes, and black pepper; mix well and cook for an additional minute.
- Serve hot over steamed rice, garnished with parsley if desired.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Stir-Frying
- Cuisine: Asian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup (250g)
- Calories: 350
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 800mg
- Fat: 10g
- Saturated Fat: 1.5g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 45g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 25g
- Cholesterol: 70mg