Description
A vibrant and quick meal perfect for busy weeknights. This dish combines tender chicken, crisp peppers, and a flavorful garlic sauce served over jasmine rice. It’s easy to prepare, customizable, and full of bold flavors.
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 chicken breasts, diced
- 1 green bell pepper, sliced thinly
- 1 red bell pepper, sliced thinly
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 2 tbsp soy sauce
- 1 tbsp oyster sauce
- 1 tsp sesame oil
- 1/2 tsp chili flakes (optional)
- 1 tsp cornstarch + 2 tbsp water (for slurry)
- 1 cup cooked jasmine rice
- Sesame seeds (for garnish)
- Sliced green onions (for garnish)
Instructions
- Heat a skillet or wok over medium-high heat. Add 1 tablespoon of sesame oil. Stir-fry the diced chicken for 5-6 minutes until golden and cooked through. Remove and set aside.
- In the same skillet, sauté the minced garlic for about 30 seconds until fragrant. Add the sliced green and red bell peppers and stir-fry for 3-4 minutes until tender-crisp.
- Return the chicken to the skillet. Add soy sauce, oyster sauce, and chili flakes (if using). Stir well to coat the chicken and peppers.
- Mix 1 teaspoon of cornstarch with 2 tablespoons of water to make a slurry. Add this to the skillet and cook for 2-3 minutes until the sauce thickens.
- Serve the stir-fry over a bed of steamed jasmine rice. Garnish with sesame seeds and sliced green onions before serving.
Notes
- Substitute chicken with tofu, shrimp, or beef for variety.
- Add extra vegetables like broccoli, carrots, or snap peas for a more colorful dish.
- Adjust the spice level to your preference by increasing or omitting chili flakes.
- For a gluten-free version, use gluten-free soy sauce and oyster sauce.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes