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Stir-fried Chicken with Vegetables and Rice

A quick and colorful stir-fry with tender chicken, crisp broccoli, carrots, bell peppers, onions, and peas, served over fluffy rice. Perfect for a busy weeknight.

Total time
25 min
Servings
4
Calories
420
Protein
35g
Stir-fried Chicken with Vegetables and Rice
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Ingredients

  • 1 lb chicken breast
  • 2 cups broccoli florets
  • 1 medium carrot
  • 1 medium bell pepper
  • 1 medium onion
  • 1 cup frozen peas

Instructions

  1. 1

    Cook 1 cup rice according to package directions; keep warm.

  2. 2

    Slice 1 lb chicken breast into thin strips. Heat 2 tbsp oil in a large skillet over high heat. Add chicken and stir-fry until golden and cooked through, about 5-6 minutes. Remove and set aside.

  3. 3

    In the same skillet, add 1 sliced onion, 1 sliced bell pepper, 1 julienned carrot, and 2 cups broccoli florets. Stir-fry over medium-high heat until crisp-tender, about 5 minutes.

  4. 4

    Return chicken to skillet. Add 1 cup frozen peas and 3 tbsp soy sauce. Stir-fry for 2 minutes until everything is hot and well-coated.

  5. 5

    Serve the stir-fry over the cooked rice.

Tools you’ll need

  • Large skillet or wok
  • Cutting board
  • Knife
  • Pot for rice

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