Garlic Chicken & Mushroom Stir-Fry with Asparagus & Rice
Garlic Chicken & Mushroom Stir-Fry with Asparagus & Rice is a vibrant and nourishing dish that’s perfect for both busy weeknights and special occasions. This stir-fry features tender chicken pieces sautéed with fresh asparagus, mushrooms, and red bell peppers, all infused with the aromatic goodness of garlic. The combination of savory soy sauce and hoisin sauce adds depth to the flavor profile while maintaining a healthy balance of protein and vegetables. With its colorful presentation and delightful taste, this dish is sure to impress at any dinner table. In just under 40 minutes, you can whip up a meal that’s not only delicious but also nutritious!
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 25 minutes
- Total Time: 40 minutes
- Yield: Serves 4
- Category: Main
- Method: Stir-frying
- Cuisine: Asian
Ingredients
Scale
- 500g chicken breast, cubed
- 200g mushrooms, sliced
- 1 red bell pepper, sliced
- 300g fresh asparagus
- 3 garlic cloves, minced
- 2 tbsp soy sauce
- 1 tbsp hoisin sauce
- 1 tsp cornstarch mixed with 2 tbsp water
- 1 tbsp sesame oil or vegetable oil
- Salt & black pepper to taste
- Chopped green onions for garnish
- 200g jasmine or long-grain rice
- 400ml water
- Pinch of salt
- 1 tbsp olive oil
Instructions
- Cook rice in salted water for 15-20 minutes until fluffy.
- Roast asparagus in olive oil over medium heat for about 8-10 minutes until tender-crisp.
- In a wok, heat sesame oil and sauté minced garlic until fragrant (30 seconds). Add chicken and cook until golden brown (5-7 minutes).
- Mix in mushrooms and bell pepper; cook an additional 3-4 minutes.
- Stir in soy sauce, hoisin sauce, and cornstarch slurry; cook until thickened (2-3 minutes).
- Serve hot with the cooked rice and roasted asparagus.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 plate (approximately 400g)
- Calories: 450
- Sugar: 4g
- Sodium: 720mg
- Fat: 14g
- Saturated Fat: 2g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 58g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 26g
- Cholesterol: 75mg