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Bowl of chicken stir-fry with broccoli and bell peppers, a healthy weeknight dinners option.

Healthy Weeknight Dinners

Simple and nutritious meals for busy evenings.
Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 20 minutes
Total Time 35 minutes
Servings: 4 people
Course: dinner
Cuisine: international
Calories: 350

Ingredients
  

For the Main Dish
  • 1 lb boneless chicken breast cut into strips
  • 2 tbsp olive oil
  • 1 tsp garlic powder
  • 1 tsp paprika
For the Vegetables
  • 2 cups broccoli florets
  • 1 cup sliced bell peppers
  • 1 cup sliced carrots

Equipment

  • Large skillet
  • Cutting board
  • Chef's knife

Method
 

  1. Heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat.
  2. Add chicken strips and cook until browned, about 5-7 minutes.
  3. Sprinkle garlic powder and paprika over the chicken, stirring to coat evenly.
  4. Add broccoli, bell peppers, and carrots to the skillet. Cook for another 10 minutes, stirring occasionally.
  5. Serve hot.

Nutrition

Calories: 350kcalCarbohydrates: 20gProtein: 30gFat: 15gSaturated Fat: 3gCholesterol: 70mgSodium: 200mgPotassium: 600mgFiber: 5gSugar: 5gVitamin A: 50IUVitamin C: 80mgCalcium: 6mgIron: 10mg

Notes

You can substitute chicken with tofu for a vegetarian option.

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