Stir-Fried Pepper Chicken with Steamed Rice
Tender chicken stir-fried with bell peppers and onions in a savory, glossy sauce, served alongside fluffy steamed rice. A quick and vibrant meal ideal for weeknights or meal prep.
- Author: Djihane
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Total Time: 30 minutes
- Yield: 4 servings 1x
- Category: Dinner
- Method: Stir-Fry
- Cuisine: Asian
- Diet: Low Lactose
- For the Chicken Stir-Fry:
- 1 lb chicken breast, thinly sliced
- 1 red bell pepper, sliced
- 1 green bell pepper, sliced
- 1 small onion, sliced
- 2 tbsp soy sauce
- 1 tbsp oyster sauce
- 1 tbsp hoisin sauce (optional)
- 1 tsp cornstarch
- 2 tbsp water
- 1 tbsp oil
- 1/2 tsp garlic powder or 2 cloves minced
- Salt and pepper to taste
- For the Rice:
- 1 cup jasmine or basmati rice
- 2 cups water
- Pinch of salt
- Cook the Rice: Rinse rice and combine with water and salt in a pot. Bring to a boil, reduce heat, cover, and simmer for 15 minutes or until fluffy.
- Prepare the Sauce: In a small bowl, mix soy sauce, oyster sauce, hoisin sauce (if using), cornstarch, and water. Set aside.
- Stir-Fry: Heat oil in a pan or wok. Sauté onions and bell peppers for 2–3 minutes until slightly tender.
- Add sliced chicken and cook until no longer pink, about 4–5 minutes.
- Add garlic and pour in the sauce mixture. Stir-fry everything together until the sauce thickens and coats the chicken and vegetables, about 2–3 more minutes.
- Serve: Plate the stir-fry next to or over a bed of steamed rice. Garnish with green onions or sesame seeds if desired.
Notes
- For extra flavor, marinate chicken in soy sauce and garlic for 15 minutes before cooking.
- Use brown rice or cauliflower rice for a healthier alternative.
- Add chili flakes or fresh chili for a spicy kick.
- This dish works well with shrimp or tofu as a protein substitute.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 plate
- Calories: 420
- Sugar: 5g
- Sodium: 720mg
- Fat: 12g
- Saturated Fat: 2g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 42g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 32g
- Cholesterol: 75mg
Keywords: pepper chicken stir-fry, chicken and rice, quick stir-fry, Asian chicken recipe, weeknight dinner