Serving Details:
- Serves: 4 people
- Serving Size: 1 portion per person
Recipe Description
This Vegetable Garlic Chicken Recipe combines tender chicken with a mix of fresh vegetables and a delicious garlic-infused sauce. It’s a quick, healthy, and savory dish perfect for lunch or dinner. Serve it with steamed rice or noodles for a complete meal.
Cooking Time
- Preparation Time: 15 minutes
- Cooking Time: 25 minutes
- Total Time: 40 minutes
Nutritional Ingredients
- Calories: 280 per serving
- Protein: 30g
- Carbohydrates: 18g
- Fat: 10g
- Fiber: 4g
Ingredients
- 500g boneless chicken (cut into strips)
- 2 tablespoons garlic (minced)
- 2 tablespoons soy sauce
- 1 tablespoon oyster sauce
- 1 teaspoon black pepper
- 1 tablespoon cornflour (mixed with 2 tablespoons water)
- 1 onion (sliced)
- 1 bell pepper (sliced)
- 1 carrot (sliced)
- 1 cup broccoli florets
- 2 tablespoons cooking oil
- 1/2 cup water
- Fresh cilantro (for garnish)
Instructions
- Marinate the Chicken: In a bowl, mix chicken strips with soy sauce, oyster sauce, and black pepper. Let it marinate for 15 minutes.
- Cook the Chicken: Heat 1 tablespoon oil in a pan. Add the chicken and stir-fry until golden and cooked through. Remove and set aside.
- Sauté Vegetables: In the same pan, add another tablespoon of oil. Sauté garlic, onions, bell pepper, carrots, and broccoli until slightly tender.
- Combine and Simmer: Return the chicken to the pan. Add water and cornflour mixture. Stir well and cook for 5 minutes until the sauce thickens.
- Garnish and Serve: Garnish with fresh cilantro and serve hot with steamed rice or noodles.
FAQs
Q: Can I use other vegetables?
A: Yes, you can use vegetables like snow peas, green beans, or zucchini.
Q: Can I make this dish ahead of time?
A: Yes, you can prepare it ahead and reheat it before serving. The flavors meld even better!
Q: Can I substitute chicken with tofu?
A: Absolutely! Tofu works well as a vegetarian substitute in this recipe.
