Ingredients and Weight:
- Chicken breast (boneless) - 500 grams (about 1 pound)
- Avocado - 2 medium, diced
- Red bell peppers - 2, sliced
- Garlic - 3 cloves, minced
- Oil for cooking - 3 tablespoons
- Soy sauce - 2 tablespoons
- Salt and pepper - to taste
- Rice noodles or stir-fry vegetables of choice - as needed for serving
Preparation Time:
- Preparation: 15 minutes
- Cooking: 20 minutes
- Total: 35 minutes
Difficulty Level:
Level 3 (Moderate)
Preparation Method Steps:
- Cube the chicken breast into bite-sized pieces and season with salt and pepper.
- Dice the avocado and slice the red bell peppers.
- In a large stir-fry pan, heat the oil over medium-high heat.
- Add the garlic and chicken pieces, and stir-fry until the chicken is no longer raw.
- Add the diced avocado and red bell peppers, and continue to stir-fry for another 5 minutes.
- Add the soy sauce and adjust seasoning with salt and pepper.
- Remove from heat when the chicken and vegetables are cooked through and the avocado is still firm but not overcooked.
- Serve over rice noodles or stir-fry vegetables of choice.
Nutritional Information:
(Based on average values; may vary depending on specific ingredients used)
- Calories: Approximately 400-500 per serving (without rice noodles or stir-fry vegetables)
- Protein: 30-40 grams
- Fat: 15-20 grams (including avocado fat)
- Carbohydrates: Depends on serving size and choice of rice noodles or vegetables
- Fiber: Depends on choice of vegetables
Dish Characteristics:
- Creative fusion of American and Asian flavors.
- Avocado adds a rich, creamy texture to the dish.
- Red bell peppers provide a pop of color and a slight crunch.
- Soy sauce gives it an authentic Asian touch without being too heavy.
- Easy to customize with different types of rice noodles or stir-fry vegetables.
User Comments:
- "Love the combination of avocado and chicken in this dish! The texture is amazing."
- "Easy to make and tastes great! Will definitely make this again."
- "I added some chili flakes for a kick of heat, which went really well with the dish."
- "The dish was delicious, but I found the avocado to be a bit overcooked. Next time, I'll cook it for a shorter period."
- "Great dish for a weeknight meal! The red bell peppers added a nice touch of color."
Special Precautions and Tips:
- Avocado should be added towards the end of cooking to maintain its texture and color.
- Adjust seasoning according to personal preference.
- If using rice noodles, cook them separately and serve them separately or mix them in at the end.
- For a spicier dish, add chili flakes or Sriracha sauce during the stir-frying process.