Chicken and Bell Pepper Stir-Fry with Rice
Chicken and Bell Pepper Stir-Fry with Rice is a vibrant and satisfying dish that brings together tender chicken and colorful bell peppers in a quick and easy meal. Perfect for busy weeknights or casual gatherings, this stir-fry is not only delicious but also highly adaptable—swap out ingredients based on your pantry or personal taste. The combination of savory sauces and fresh vegetables creates a delightful flavor profile that everyone will love. Serve it over fluffy rice for a complete meal that’s both nutritious and filling.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 10 minutes
- Total Time: 25 minutes
- Yield: Serves 4
- Category: Dinner
- Method: Stir-frying
- Cuisine: Asian
Ingredients
- Boneless chicken breast
- Red bell pepper
- Green bell pepper
- Garlic
- Soy sauce
- Cornstarch slurry (cornstarch mixed with water)
- Sesame oil or olive oil
- Green onions
- Steamed white rice
Instructions
- Heat sesame oil or olive oil in a wok over medium-high heat.
- Add thinly sliced chicken breast, cooking until lightly browned (5–7 minutes).
- Toss in sliced red and green bell peppers and minced garlic, cooking until tender (2–3 minutes).
- Stir in soy sauce and black pepper to coat the ingredients evenly.
- Add cornstarch slurry while stirring to thicken the sauce.
- Finish with chopped green onions, tossing everything together.
- Serve hot over steamed rice.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup (250g)
- Calories: 370
- Sugar: 4g
- Sodium: 800mg
- Fat: 10g
- Saturated Fat: 1g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 45g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 28g
- Cholesterol: 75mg