Honey-lemon chicken stir fry with rice
Savor the perfect blend of sweet and tangy flavors with our Honey-Lemon Chicken Stir Fry with Rice. This easy and healthy recipe features tender chicken breasts, fresh vegetables like carrots, red peppers, mushrooms, and broccoli, all tossed in a delicious honey-lemon sauce. Paired with fluffy white rice, it's a vibrant and nutritious meal that comes together in under 30 minutes. Ideal for weeknight dinners or meal prepping!
- 02 Mar 2025
- Cook time 25 min
- Prep time 15 min
- 4 Servings
- 15 Ingredients
Honey-Lemon Chicken Stir-Fry with Rice is a delicious, quick, and easy meal that combines tender chicken with vibrant vegetables in a tangy, sweet, and savory sauce. This dish is perfect for a weeknight dinner and pairs excellently with fluffy white rice. The combination of honey, lemon, and soy sauce creates a burst of flavor that transforms simple ingredients into a delectable meal.
Ingredients:
Instructions:
- In a small bowl, combine the soy sauce, lemon juice, honey, sesame oil, vinegar, and red pepper. Stir well until the honey has dissolved. Set aside.
- Cook the white rice according to the package instructions. Once cooked, fluff with a fork and keep warm.
- In a large frying pan or wok, heat 1 tablespoon of olive oil over medium-high heat.
- Add the sliced chicken breasts and cook until golden brown and cooked through, about 5-7 minutes. Remove the chicken from the pan and set aside.
- In the same pan, add the remaining 1 tablespoon of olive oil.
- Add the minced garlic and sauté for about 30 seconds until fragrant.
- Add the julienned carrots, red pepper strips, sliced mushrooms, and broccoli florets. Stir fry for about 5-7 minutes or until the vegetables are tender-crisp.
- Return the cooked chicken to the pan with the vegetables.
- Pour the prepared sauce over the chicken and vegetables. Stir well to coat everything evenly.
- Add the cornstarch mixture to the pan. Stir continuously until the sauce has thickened, about 2-3 minutes.
- Serve the honey-lemon chicken stir fry hot over a bed of cooked white rice.
Tips:
- Preparation: Cut all your vegetables and chicken into bite-sized pieces before you start cooking to ensure everything cooks evenly and within a short time.
- Cooking Chicken: Cook the chicken first until it's nearly done, then remove it from the pan. This prevents it from becoming overcooked and dry when you stir-fry it with the vegetables.
- Stir-frying: Stir-fry vegetables on high heat quickly to retain their crispiness and bright colors. Add harder vegetables like carrots and broccoli first, then softer ones like mushrooms and red peppers.
- Sauce Consistency: To thicken the sauce, dissolve the cornstarch in a bit of water before adding it to the stir-fry. Ensure the sauce coats the chicken and vegetables evenly.
- Rice Preparation: Cook the white rice separately according to the package instructions. Fluff the rice with a fork before serving for a light and airy texture.
- Extra Flavor: Garnish with fresh herbs like cilantro or green onions for an added burst of freshness and flavor.
This Honey-Lemon Chicken Stir-Fry with Rice is a delightful and nutritious meal that will satisfy your taste buds and keep you energized. The harmonious blend of flavors and the variety of vegetables make this dish a perfect balance of taste and health. Enjoy your meal!
| Nutrition Facts | |
|---|---|
| Serving Size | 510 grams |
| Energy | |
| Calories 590kcal | 29% |
| Protein | |
| Protein 40g | 26% |
| Carbohydrates | |
| Carbohydrates 90g | 25% |
| Fiber 7g | 18% |
| Sugar 13g | 13% |
| Fat | |
| Fat 15g | 17% |
| Saturated 2.38g | 8% |
| Cholesterol 90mg | - |
| Vitamins | |
| Vitamin A 600ug | 66% |
| Choline 140mg | 25% |
| Vitamin B1 0.75mg | 63% |
| Vitamin B2 0.72mg | 55% |
| Vitamin B3 20mg | 119% |
| Vitamin B6 1.65mg | 97% |
| Vitamin B9 310ug | 79% |
| Vitamin B12 0.27ug | 11% |
| Vitamin C 180mg | 202% |
| Vitamin E 2.59mg | 17% |
| Vitamin K 90ug | 76% |
| Minerals | |
| Calcium, Ca 100mg | 8% |
| Copper, Cu 0.54mg | 60% |
| Iron, Fe 5mg | 49% |
| Magnesium, Mg 100mg | 25% |
| Phosphorus, P 520mg | 41% |
| Potassium, K 1370mg | 40% |
| Selenium, Se 50ug | 94% |
| Sodium, Na 1010mg | 67% |
| Zinc, Zn 2.80mg | 25% |
| Water | |
| Water 360g | - |
| * Percent Daily Values are based on a 2000 calorie diet. Your daily values may be higher or lower depending on your calorie needs. | |
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