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Chicken and rice recipe

Chicken and rice recipe

This is a super easy recipe for delicious rice with chicken and lots of vegetables. This quick chicken and rice recipe is a firm favorite in our household.
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Preparation10 minutes
Cook time20 minutes
Total time30 minutes
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Ingredients

4 people
For the chicken and rice:
  • 500 gram chicken thighs (diced)
  • 2 tbsp soy sauce
  • 1 tbsp oyster sauce
  • 1 tbsp ketjap manis (sweet soy sauce)
  • 1 clove garlic (finely chopped)
  • 1 tsp honey
  • 1 tsp cornstarch
  • 1 red bell pepper (diced)
  • 1 green pepper (diced)
  • 150 gram green beans (halved)
  • 100 gram bean sprouts
  • 2 spring onions (sliced into rings)
  • 300 gram white rice (basmati or other long grain rice)
  • Neutral oil
For the cucumber salad:
  • 1 cucumber (thinly sliced)
  • 1 tbsp vinegar
  • 1 tsp sugar
  • A pinch of salt
  • 1 red chili pepper (sliced)

Equipment

  • Large frying pan or wok

INSTRUCTIONS (how to make this recipe):

  • Cook the rice according to the instructions on the packet.
  • In a bowl, mix the cucumber with the vinegar, sugar, salt and red pepper. Leave to stand while you prepare the rest to allow the flavours to blend.
  • Next, mix the chicken with soy sauce, oyster sauce, sweet soy sauce, garlic, honey and cornstarch in another bowl.
  • Heat oil in a large frying pan or wok, then fry the green beans and bell pepper for 3–4 minutes. Add the chicken and fry until golden brown.
  • Finally, add the bean sprouts and spring onions. Mix everything together and simmer for a few minutes. Season with salt and pepper to taste, then reduce the sauce to the desired thickness.
  • Serve the chicken with cooked rice and a cucumber salad. Enjoy!
Nutrition information per portion
Calories: 584kcal | Carbohydrates: 79g | Proteins: 29g | Fats: 22g | Saturated fats: 6g

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