Description
Savor the vibrant flavors of this American chicken and veggie dinner bowl, where tender chicken meets a colorful array of fresh vegetables. This quick and easy dish is perfect for busy weeknights or impressing guests, delivering a wholesome meal that’s both satisfying and visually appealing. Enjoy the delightful combination of textures and tastes that will have everyone asking for seconds!
Ingredients
Scale
- 4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts (approx. 600g)
- 2 cups mixed bell peppers, chopped (red, green, yellow)
- 1 medium zucchini, sliced
- 2 tbsp olive oil
- 1 tsp garlic powder
- ½ tsp salt
- ¼ tsp black pepper
- 2 cups cooked rice or quinoa
- 3 tbsp low-sodium soy sauce
- 1 tbsp toasted sesame seeds (optional)
Instructions
- Prepare your ingredients: Chop the vegetables into bite-sized pieces.
- Cook the chicken: Heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat. Add seasoned chicken breasts and cook for about 6-7 minutes on each side until golden brown.
- Add the veggies: Toss in bell peppers and zucchini when the chicken is nearly cooked through. Sauté for about 5 minutes until veggies are tender-crisp.
- Create the sauce: Pour soy sauce over the chicken and vegetables during the last few minutes of cooking to meld the flavors.
- Serve: Spoon the mixture over cooked rice or quinoa in bowls, topping with optional toasted sesame seeds.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Sautéing
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 bowl (approx. 300g)
- Calories: 420
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 640mg
- Fat: 12g
- Saturated Fat: 2g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 50g
- Fiber: 5g
- Protein: 30g
- Cholesterol: 90mg