Pepper Chicken Stir-Fry with Fluffy Rice
Enjoy a burst of flavors with our Pepper Chicken Stir-Fry with Fluffy Rice, an easy and quick dish perfect for any weeknight dinner or social gathering. This recipe features tender chicken and vibrant peppers stir-fried to perfection, all served over fluffy basmati rice that soaks up the delicious sauce. With just 15 minutes of prep time, it’s ideal for busy schedules while still offering a healthy and satisfying meal. Customize your stir-fry by swapping in your favorite proteins or adding extra vegetables to make it your own. Impress your family and friends with this flavorful, colorful delight that’s as nutritious as it is delicious!
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Total Time: 30 minutes
- Yield: Serves 4
- Category: Main
- Method: Stir-frying
- Cuisine: Asian
Ingredients
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- 250g chicken breast fillet
- 1 red capsicum
- 1 green capsicum
- 1 medium onion
- 2 tbsp soy sauce
- 1 tbsp oyster sauce
- 1 tbsp crushed chili flakes
- 1 cup basmati rice
- 2 cups water
- A pinch of salt
- 1 tsp ground black pepper
- 1 tsp minced garlic
- 1 tbsp cooking oil (vegetable or sesame)
Instructions
- Rinse the basmati rice under cold water until clear. In a pot, combine rice, 2 cups water, and a pinch of salt. Bring to boil, then cover and simmer for 10-12 minutes until fluffy.
- Heat oil in a wok over medium-high heat. Add minced garlic; fry briefly until fragrant.
- Add diced chicken to the wok; cook for about 5-7 minutes until golden brown.
- Incorporate chopped onion and both capsicums; stir-fry for another 3-4 minutes until crisp.
- Pour in soy sauce, oyster sauce, chili flakes, and black pepper. Toss until evenly coated.
- Serve hot alongside the fluffy rice.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 plate (approximately 400g)
- Calories: 365
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 680mg
- Fat: 9g
- Saturated Fat: 2g
- Unsaturated Fat: 6g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 45g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 30g
- Cholesterol: 70mg