Description
Savory Chicken Pepper Stir-Fry with Rice & Crispy Fries is a delightful weeknight meal that’s as quick to prepare as it is satisfying. This recipe features tender chicken breasts stir-fried with colorful bell peppers and aromatic garlic, all topped with crispy oven-baked fries for the perfect crunch. In just 35 minutes, you can serve a vibrant dish that appeals to both adults and kids alike. The combination of savory sauces enhances the flavors, making it a go-to option for busy evenings or entertaining guests. With nutritious ingredients packed into each bite, this dish offers a comforting taste of home that everyone will love.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 cup long-grain white rice
- 2 cups water
- 1 tsp salt
- 2 large potatoes, cut into thick fries
- 2 tbsp olive oil
- 1 tsp salt
- 1 tsp paprika
- 2 boneless chicken breasts, cut into bite-size pieces
- 1 tbsp olive oil
- 1 onion, sliced
- 1 green bell pepper, sliced
- 1 red bell pepper, sliced
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 2 tbsp soy sauce
- 1 tbsp oyster sauce (optional)
- 1 tsp black pepper
- 1 tsp chili flakes
Instructions
- Rinse 1 cup of long-grain white rice under cold water. Combine in a pot with 2 cups of water and 1 tsp salt; bring to a boil, cover, and simmer on low for 15 minutes.
- Preheat the oven to 220°C (425°F). Cut 2 large potatoes into thick fries, toss with 2 tbsp olive oil, 1 tsp salt, and 1 tsp paprika; spread on a baking tray and bake for 20-25 minutes until golden.
- Heat 1 tbsp olive oil in a skillet over medium-high heat; add bite-sized pieces from 2 boneless chicken breasts and cook until browned.
- Add sliced onion, green bell pepper, red bell pepper, and minced garlic; sauté for about 3-4 minutes until vegetables soften slightly.
- Stir in soy sauce (2 tbsp), oyster sauce (1 tbsp, if using), black pepper (1 tsp), and chili flakes (1 tsp); cook for an additional minute to meld flavors.
- Serve the stir-fry over rice with crispy fries on the side.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Dinner
- Method: Stir-Frying/Baking
- Cuisine: Asian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 plate (approximately 410g)
- Calories: 610
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 800mg
- Fat: 22g
- Saturated Fat: 3g
- Unsaturated Fat: 16g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 70g
- Fiber: 6g
- Protein: 32g
- Cholesterol: 75mg