Ingredients and Weight: - Boneless, skinless chicken breasts: 1.5 lbs (750 grams) - Red bell pepper: 1 medium (150 grams) - Green bell pepper: 1 medium (150 grams) - Snap peas: 1 cup (100 grams) - Carrots: 1 cup (120 grams) - Broccoli florets: 1 cup (100 grams) - Onion: 1 medium (120 grams) - Garlic: 4 cloves (8 grams) - Ginger: 1 tablespoon (15 grams) - Soy sauce: 1/4 cup (60 ml) - Brown sugar: 1/4 cup (50 grams) - Sesame oil: 2 tablespoons (30 ml) - Vegetable oil: 2 tablespoons (30 ml)
Preparation Time:
15 minutes
Cooking Time:
10-12 minutes
Difficulty Level:
2/5 (easy to moderate)
Preparation Method Steps: 1. Cut the chicken into bite-sized pieces. 2. Cut the bell peppers, snap peas, carrots, and broccoli into thin slices. 3. Mince the onion, garlic, and ginger. 4. In a bowl, whisk together the soy sauce, brown sugar, sesame oil, and vegetable oil. 5. Marinate the chicken in the sauce for at least 15 minutes. 6. Heat 2 tablespoons of vegetable oil in a large skillet or wok over medium-high heat. 7. Add the chicken and cook until browned on all sides. 8. Add the onion, garlic, and ginger and cook until fragrant, about 1 minute. 9. Add the bell peppers, snap peas, carrots, and broccoli and cook until just tender, about 5-7 minutes. 10. Return the chicken to the skillet and stir-fry until cooked through, about 2-3 minutes more. 11. Serve the stir-fry over rice or noodles.
Nutritional Information: - Calories: 350 per serving - Protein: 30 grams - Carbohydrates: 45 grams - Fat: 10 grams
Dish Characteristics: - Savory and flavorful with a slightly sweet undertone - Tender and juicy chicken - Colorful and vibrant vegetables - Quick and easy to prepare - Adaptable to various dietary preferences (e.g., gluten-free, low-carb)
User Comments: - "This stir-fry was absolutely delicious! The chicken was cooked to perfection and the vegetables were crisp-tender." - "I loved the combination of flavors in this dish. The soy sauce and brown sugar gave it a perfect balance of salty and sweet." - "I'm not usually a fan of stir-fries, but this one changed my mind. It was so fresh and flavorful."
Special Precautions and Tips: - To make the dish spicier, add some chopped chili peppers to the stir-fry. - For a vegetarian option, substitute tofu for the chicken. - If you don't have sesame oil, you can use olive oil instead. - Be sure to not overcook the vegetables, as they should retain their crispness.