Description
This Spicy Garlic Chicken Bowl is a quick and flavorful dish combining tender chicken breasts sautéed with garlic, chili paste, and soy sauce, served atop a bed of steamed rice with sautéed bell peppers and broccoli. Perfect for a nutritious weeknight meal that balances spicy and savory flavors with fresh vegetables.
Ingredients
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Chicken and Sauce
- 2 chicken breasts, diced
- 4 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 tablespoon chili paste
- 1 tablespoon soy sauce
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
Vegetables and Rice
- 1 cup cooked rice
- 1/2 cup bell peppers, sliced
- 1/2 cup broccoli florets
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- Heat olive oil: Warm 1 tablespoon of olive oil in a pan over medium heat to prepare for sautéing.
- Sauté garlic: Add the minced garlic to the pan and cook until it becomes fragrant, about 1-2 minutes, being careful not to burn it.
- Cook chicken: Add the diced chicken breasts to the pan and cook, stirring occasionally, until the chicken is browned and cooked through, approximately 6-8 minutes.
- Add seasoning: Stir in 1 tablespoon of chili paste and 1 tablespoon of soy sauce, mixing well to coat the chicken evenly with the flavorful sauce.
- Cook vegetables: Add the sliced bell peppers and broccoli florets to the pan, cooking until the vegetables are tender but still crisp, about 4-5 minutes.
- Season: Season the mixture with salt and pepper to your taste, stirring to combine all flavors.
- Serve: Spoon the spicy garlic chicken and vegetable mixture over 1 cup of cooked rice and serve immediately.
Notes
- Use jasmine or basmati rice for a fragrant base.
- Adjust chili paste quantity to control spice level.
- For added crunch, sprinkle with chopped green onions or toasted sesame seeds before serving.
- Can substitute chicken breasts with tofu or shrimp for a variation.
- Use low-sodium soy sauce to reduce salt intake.
