Description
My fav lunchbox now is a vibrant and satisfying meal that transforms lunchtime into a delightful experience. This recipe features tender chicken breasts, colorful bell peppers, and crunchy broccoli, all drizzled with a sweet-savory honey-soy sauce. Perfect for busy weekdays or leisurely picnics, this customizable dish ensures you stay energized and fulfilled throughout your day.
Ingredients
Scale
- 4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts (1.5 lbs)
- 3 cloves fresh garlic, minced
- 1 cup mixed bell peppers (red, yellow, green), chopped
- 1 cup broccoli florets
- 2 tbsp extra virgin olive oil
- 3 tbsp low-sodium soy sauce
- 2 tbsp honey
Instructions
- Wash and chop the vegetables into bite-sized pieces; mince the garlic.
- Toss chicken breasts with olive oil, garlic, salt, and pepper in a bowl; let marinate for 15 minutes.
- Sauté bell peppers and broccoli in a skillet over medium heat for about 5-7 minutes until tender.
- Add seasoned chicken to the same skillet and cook for 6-7 minutes per side until golden brown.
- Mix soy sauce and honey in a bowl; drizzle over the cooked chicken and veggies.
- Serve sliced chicken with sautéed veggies in your lunchbox; add rice or quinoa if desired.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Sautéing
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 meal (approx. 400g)
- Calories: 360
- Sugar: 6g
- Sodium: 550mg
- Fat: 12g
- Saturated Fat: 2g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 28g
- Fiber: 4g
- Protein: 34g
- Cholesterol: 100mg