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Stir Fry Garlic Chicken with Sides - Cut The Crap Kitchen - Costa Rica

Healthy Garlic Chicken Stir Fry

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Another affordable and easy meal to add to your rotation is this Healthy Garlic Chicken Stir Fry. This dish offers a beautiful variety of flavors and colors while remaining incredibly simple to make. With a total cook time of under thirty minutes, it is the perfect "cut the crap" meal for those busy nights when you need to get a nutritious dinner on the table fast.
This stir fry features bright, crisp vegetables and juicy chicken pieces that are certain to get your mouth watering. Beyond the great taste, the combination of lean chicken, garlic, and fresh veggies provides low-fat nutrients that are excellent for boosting your energy and overall health. It’s proof that eating healthy in Costa Rica can be fast, flavorful, and budget-friendly!
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Gluten Free
Prep Time 8 minutes
Cook Time 18 minutes
Total Time 26 minutes
Course Main Course
Cuisine Central America, Costa Rican
Servings 2
Calories 375.3 kcal

Ingredients
  

Ingredients

  • 1 tbsp Coconut Oil
  • 3 Cloves Garlic
  • 1/4 cup Cilantro
  • 1 Medium-size Onion
  • 2 Chives
  • 1 Sweet Pepper
  • 1 Chicken Fillet (7oz)

Instructions
 

Preparation

  • Coat the bottom of a medium-size frying pan with coconut oil and heat on medium-high (approximately setting 6.5).
  • Mince the garlic and cilantro.
  • Chop the chicken fillet into roughly one-inch bites.
  • Chop the sweet pepper, chives, and onion.

Cook

  • Once the pan is hot, add the garlic and cilantro. Allow the garlic and cilantro to cook in the oil for a minute before adding additional ingredients.
  • Add the chicken pieces to the pan with the garlic and cilantro.
  • After the chicken has cooked for two minutes, add the bell pepper, chives, and onion to the pan. Stir occasionally and cook for 10-12 minutes.
  • Plate your dish either in one bowl or on individual plates with sides of choice. Tip: We recommended green beans, mashed potatoes, and toasted tortilla as sides.
Keyword Affordable Weeknight Dinner, Garlic Chicken Stir Fry, Healthy 30 Minute Meals, Low Fat Chicken Recipe