Description
A nutritious and flavorful Peanut Chicken Protein Bowl that combines tender chicken, fresh vegetables, and a creamy peanut sauce for a satisfying meal.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 lb chicken breast, diced
- 2 cups broccoli florets
- 1 red bell pepper, sliced
- 1 cup carrots, julienned
- 1/2 cup peanut butter
- 1/4 cup soy sauce
- 2 tablespoons honey
- 1 tablespoon sesame oil
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 tablespoon ginger, grated
- Cooked rice or quinoa for serving
Instructions
- In a large skillet, heat sesame oil over medium heat.
- Add diced chicken and cook until browned and cooked through, about 5-7 minutes.
- Add broccoli, bell pepper, and carrots to the skillet and stir-fry for another 5 minutes.
- In a bowl, whisk together peanut butter, soy sauce, honey, garlic, and ginger until smooth.
- Pour the peanut sauce over the chicken and vegetables, stirring to coat evenly.
- Serve the mixture over cooked rice or quinoa.
Notes
- For a spicier version, add red pepper flakes to the sauce.
- This dish can be made ahead and stored in the refrigerator for up to 3 days.
- Feel free to substitute chicken with tofu for a vegetarian option.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Stir-fry
- Cuisine: Asian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 bowl
- Calories: 450
- Sugar: 8g
- Sodium: 600mg
- Fat: 20g
- Saturated Fat: 3g
- Unsaturated Fat: 15g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 40g
- Fiber: 5g
- Protein: 30g
- Cholesterol: 70mg
Keywords: Peanut Chicken Protein Bowl, healthy meal, stir-fry, gluten free