Description
Craving something fast, savory, and satisfying? This Garlic Chicken Stir-Fry with Rice is a bold, colorful dish that comes together in under 30 minutes—perfect for a quick dinner, easy weeknight meal, or healthy lunch prep. With tender chicken, crisp vegetables, and a garlicky stir-fry sauce over fluffy rice, it’s one of those food ideas you’ll make again and again. Whether you’re after quick dinner ideas, healthy snacks, or simply want an easy recipe packed with flavor, this one delivers.
Ingredients
1 lb chicken breast, thinly sliced
1 tablespoon vegetable oil
3 cloves garlic, minced
1 red bell pepper, sliced
1 yellow bell pepper, sliced
1 cup broccoli florets
1 carrot, julienned
2 green onions, chopped
3 tablespoons soy sauce
2 tablespoons oyster sauce
1 teaspoon cornstarch
2 tablespoons water
1 teaspoon sesame oil
2 cups cooked white rice
Instructions
1. Prepare all ingredients: slice chicken, chop vegetables, and mix the sauce (soy sauce, oyster sauce, water, cornstarch).
2. Heat oil in a large pan or wok over medium-high heat. Add chicken in a single layer and cook for 4–5 minutes until golden. Remove and set aside.
3. Add broccoli and carrots to the pan. Stir-fry for 2 minutes, then add bell peppers. Cook another 2–3 minutes.
4. Push vegetables aside, add garlic, and sauté for 30 seconds.
5. Pour in the sauce and stir everything together.
6. Return chicken to the pan and toss to coat. Simmer for 1–2 minutes until sauce thickens.
7. Add green onions and drizzle with sesame oil. Stir to combine.
8. Serve hot over warm white rice.
Notes
Slice the chicken thin and evenly for faster, uniform cooking.
Don’t overcook the garlic—add it toward the end to keep it flavorful, not bitter.
Stir-fry veggies in batches if your pan is small to avoid steaming.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 12 minutes
- Category: Dinner
- Method: Stir-Fry
- Cuisine: Asian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 plate
- Calories: 420
- Sugar: 5g
- Sodium: 890mg
- Fat: 15g
- Saturated Fat: 3g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 40g
- Fiber: 4g
- Protein: 35g
- Cholesterol: 70mg
Keywords: garlic chicken, stir-fry, quick dinner, healthy lunch, easy recipe