🍚 Garlic Chicken Veggie Stir-Fry with Crispy Herb Potatoes & Avocado 🥑
A Quick, Balanced, and Flavorful Meal in 35 Minutes!
This recipe delivers a complete, satisfying meal combining the savory punch of a Garlic Chicken Stir-Fry with the comforting crunch of Crispy Herb Potatoes and the richness of fresh avocado. It’s perfectly portioned for one or two and clocks in at under 40 minutes, making it an ideal choice for a busy weeknight dinner!
🕒 Snapshot
| Category | Time / Value |
|---|---|
| Prep Time | 10 min |
| Cooking Time | 25 min |
| Total Time | 35 min |
| Calories | \approx 480 kcal |
| Servings | 1–2 |
| 🛒 Ingredients List | |
| For the Garlic Chicken Stir-Fry: |
- 1 chicken breast, diced
- 1 cup broccoli florets
- 1/2 bell pepper (yellow or green), chopped
- 1 clove garlic, minced
- 1 tbsp olive oil
- 1 tbsp soy sauce
- 1/2 tsp black pepper
- 1/2 tsp paprika (optional, for color/flavor)
For the Crispy Herb Potatoes: - 2 small potatoes, sliced into rounds
- 1 tbsp olive oil
- 1/2 tsp garlic powder
- 1/2 tsp dried parsley or rosemary
- Salt and pepper, to taste
For Serving: - 1/2 ripe avocado, halved
👩🍳 Step-by-Step Directions
- Prepare the Crispy Herb Potatoes
- Preheat: Set your oven (or air fryer) to 200^{\circ}\text{C} (400^{\circ}\text{F}).
- Toss: In a bowl, toss the potato slices with 1 tbsp olive oil, garlic powder, dried herbs (parsley or rosemary), salt, and pepper.
- Roast: Spread the potatoes in a single layer on a baking sheet. Roast or air-fry for 20–25 minutes, flipping the rounds halfway through, until they are golden brown and wonderfully crispy.
- Cook the Garlic Chicken Stir-Fry
- Sauté Garlic: Heat 1 tbsp of olive oil in a skillet or wok over medium-high heat. Add the minced garlic and sauté quickly for about 30 seconds until fragrant.
- Cook Chicken: Add the diced chicken breast and cook for 5–7 minutes, stirring frequently, until the pieces are browned and mostly cooked through.
- Add Veggies & Sauce: Toss in the broccoli florets and chopped bell peppers. Season everything with soy sauce, black pepper, and paprika (if using).
- Stir-fry: Continue to stir-fry for 3–4 more minutes. The goal is for the vegetables to be bright, crisp-tender, and coated in the savory sauce.
- Assemble and Serve
- Serve a hearty portion of the Garlic Chicken Stir-Fry directly onto a plate or bowl.
- Arrange the Crispy Herb Potatoes alongside the stir-fry.
- Add half of a ripe avocado for a creamy element and healthy fats. Enjoy immediately!
💡 Tips for Success - Prep First: Since the cooking time is fast, dice all your ingredients (chicken and veggies) before you start cooking the stir-fry.
- Don’t Overcook Veggies: Stir-fries are best when the vegetables still have a bit of crunch. Avoid cooking them until they are mushy.
- Herb Swap: Feel free to swap the dried parsley/rosemary for any dried herb you love, such as Italian seasoning or dried oregano.
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