Description
Irresistible Healthy Mongolian Chicken is a quick and flavorful dish that combines tender chicken, colorful vegetables, and a delicious sweet-savory sauce. Perfect for busy weeknights, this recipe will not only satisfy your cravings but also impress your family and friends. With easy preparation steps and nutritious ingredients, you can enjoy a delightful meal that’s both healthy and satisfying.
Ingredients
Scale
- 4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts (about 1 lb)
- 3 cloves fresh garlic, minced
- 1 red bell pepper, sliced
- 1 green bell pepper, sliced
- 2 cups broccoli florets (fresh or frozen)
- 1/4 cup low-sodium soy sauce
- 2 tbsp honey
- 1 tsp ginger paste (or fresh ginger)
- 1 tbsp cornstarch
- 2 tsp sesame oil
Instructions
- Chop the chicken breasts into bite-sized pieces. Mince the garlic and ginger. Slice the bell peppers and break broccoli into small florets.
- Heat sesame oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat. Add chicken pieces and cook until golden brown (6-8 minutes).
- Stir in minced garlic and ginger; cook for about one minute until fragrant. Add bell peppers and broccoli; cook until tender-crisp.
- In a small bowl, whisk together soy sauce, honey, and cornstarch. Pour over chicken and vegetables; stir to combine.
- Lower heat and simmer for about 3-5 minutes until the sauce thickens. Serve immediately over steamed rice or noodles.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Stir-frying
- Cuisine: Asian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup (250g)
- Calories: 280
- Sugar: 10g
- Sodium: 600mg
- Fat: 7g
- Saturated Fat: 1g
- Unsaturated Fat: 4g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 24g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 30g
- Cholesterol: 70mg