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Chicken & Asparagus Stir-Fry


Serves: 4.
Makes: about 6 cups.
Hands-on time: 10 minutes.
Total time: 30 minutes.

Pairing your choice of lean protein with vegetables that already happen to be in your crisper makes stir-fry an easy option for weeknight meals. We’ve loaded up this dish with an antioxidant-rich selection of veggies that includes onions, garlic and red peppers for a maximum immunity boost.

INGREDIENTS:

  • 4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts, cut into 1-inch pieces (1 1/4 lb)
  • 1/4 cup low-sodium soy sauce
  • 1/4 tsp crushed red pepper flakes
  • Olive oil cooking spray
  • 1 lb fresh asparagus, cut into 1 1/2-inch pieces (2 cups)
  • 1 red bell pepper, seeded and thinly sliced into 1 1/2-inch pieces (1 cup)
  • 4 green onions, chopped (2 tbsp)
  • 3 cloves garlic, minced
  • 2 tbsp sesame seeds, toasted
  • 2 cups cooked brown rice

INSTRUCTIONS:

ONE: In a bowl, season chicken with soy sauce and pepper flakes. Let stand for at least 10 minutes at room temperature.

TWO: Heat a large skillet over medium-high heat and mist with cooking spray. Add chicken and soy sauce mixture and sauté for 5 to 7 minutes or until chicken is cooked through. Add asparagus, bell pepper, onions and garlic and cook for 5 more minutes or until asparagus is crisp-tender. Sprinkle with sesame seeds and serve over brown rice.

Nutrients per 1 1/2-cup serving:

Calories: 329, Total Fat: 5 g, Sat. Fat: 1 g, Carbs: 31 g, Fiber: 5 g, Sugars: 3 g, Protein: 40 g, Sodium: 499 mg, Cholesterol: 82 mg


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