Description
Discover easy homemade recipes bursting with juicy flavor to beat fast food boredom and bring comfort back to your kitchen. This versatile dish uses everyday ingredients to create a satisfying meal.
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 tbsp olive oil for sautéing
- 2 cloves fresh garlic, boosts savory depth
- 1 medium onion, adds natural sweetness to taste
- salt, enhances flavor
- 1 lb chicken breast or thighs, versatile and quick-cooking
- 1 block firm tofu, plant-based alternative
- 1 lb ground beef or turkey, for hearty dishes
- 2 tbsp lemon juice, adds zest to taste
- fresh herbs (parsley, cilantro, basil), for vibrant flavor
- 2 cups rice or pasta, as base
- 2 cups seasonal vegetables (bell peppers, tomatoes, zucchini), adds crunch and nutrition
Instructions
- Heat 2 tbsp olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat until shimmering.
- Add garlic and onions, sauté for 3–4 minutes until soft and golden.
- Add your chosen protein, season with salt and pepper. Cook for 5–7 minutes, stirring occasionally until golden brown and cooked through (chicken reaches 165°F).
- Toss in bell peppers, zucchini and tomatoes. Stir on medium-high heat for 4–5 minutes until vibrant and slightly tender.
- Remove from heat, squeeze juice of half a lemon and sprinkle fresh herbs.
- Toss gently to combine and lift all flavors.
- Spoon mixture over warm rice or pasta, garnish with extra herbs or lemon wedges, and dive into your homemade feast.
Notes
- Optional: Top with crumbled feta or avocado slices for extra creaminess.
- Prep ahead by chopping vegetables and measuring ingredients before cooking.
- Use a meat thermometer to ensure chicken reaches 165°F.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Sautéing
- Cuisine: Homemade
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 bowl
- Calories: 450 kcal
- Sugar: 3 g
- Sodium: 300 mg
- Fat: 15 g
- Saturated Fat: 2 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 13 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 45 g
- Fiber: 4 g
- Protein: 30 g
- Cholesterol: 70 mg