Stir-Fried Chicken with Bell Peppers
Colorful, flavorful, and ready in just 30 minutes, this Stir-Fried Chicken with Bell Peppers recipe is the perfect quick and healthy dinner idea. Featuring tender chicken breast marinated in soy sauce and cornstarch for extra juiciness, this dish is paired with a vibrant trio of red, green, and yellow bell peppers for a nutrient-packed punch. Infused with the bold flavors of garlic, fresh ginger, and toasted sesame oil, this stir-fry is lightly seasoned with salt and black pepper to let the ingredients' natural flavors shine. It's all brought together in a hot wok to create the ultimate takeout-inspired meal, perfect with steamed rice or noodles. Ideal for busy weeknights, this recipe is a go-to for anyone seeking a fast, delicious dinner that doesn’t skimp on nutrition or bold taste.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 1 pound chicken breast
- 1 medium red bell pepper
- 1 medium green bell pepper
- 1 medium yellow bell pepper
- 3 tablespoons soy sauce
- 1 tablespoon cornstarch
- 2 tablespoons sesame oil
- 2 tablespoons vegetable oil
- 3 large garlic cloves
- 1 inch ginger
- 2 stalks green onions
- 0.5 teaspoon salt
- 0.25 teaspoon black pepper
Instructions
Begin by slicing the chicken breast into thin strips. In a bowl, mix the chicken with 1 tablespoon of soy sauce and the cornstarch. Set aside to marinate for about 10 minutes.
While the chicken is marinating, prepare the vegetables. Slice the red, green, and yellow bell peppers into thin strips. Mince the garlic cloves and ginger, and chop the green onions.
Heat a large skillet or wok over medium-high heat and add 2 tablespoons of vegetable oil. Add the marinated chicken and stir-fry for 5 minutes, or until the chicken is cooked through and no longer pink.
Remove the chicken from the skillet and set aside. In the same skillet, add 1 tablespoon of sesame oil. Add the minced garlic and ginger, and stir-fry for about 30 seconds until fragrant.
Add the sliced bell peppers to the skillet and stir-fry for about 3-4 minutes, or until the peppers are tender-crisp.
Return the cooked chicken to the skillet. Add the remaining 2 tablespoons of soy sauce, the other tablespoon of sesame oil, salt, and black pepper. Stir to combine and stir-fry for another 2 minutes to heat through.
Finally, add the chopped green onions to the stir-fry, tossing everything together. Adjust the seasoning with additional soy sauce or spices if necessary.
Serve the stir-fried chicken with bell peppers immediately with rice or noodles, as desired.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
1353 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 71.8 g | 92% | |
| Saturated Fat | 12.0 g | 60% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 30.9 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 390 mg | 130% | |
| Sodium | 4419 mg | 192% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 47.7 g | 17% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 9.3 g | 33% | |
| Total Sugars | 9.6 g | ||
| Protein | 138.0 g | 276% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 166 mg | 13% | |
| Iron | 5.4 mg | 30% | |
| Potassium | 2623 mg | 56% | |
*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.
