Healthy Nasi with Chicken – An easy and nutritious recipe

Healthy Nasi with Chicken – An easy and nutritious recipe

Healthy Nasi with Chicken – An easy and nutritious recipe

Are you looking for a healthy nasi with chicken? This classic Asian dish is packed with proteins, fibers and vitamins. It is not only easy to prepare, but also a perfect meal for the whole family.

In this blog you will discover how to make a healthy nasi with chicken yourself without packets and bags, which ingredients you need and how you can make this meal even more nutritious!


Why nasi with chicken is a healthy choice

Nasi with chicken is a popular dish and with the right ingredients you can make it healthy and nutritious.

Rich in proteins – Chicken is an excellent source of proteins and helps with muscle recovery and satiety.
Packed with vegetables – Add extra vegetables for more fiber, vitamins and minerals.
Healthier carbohydrates – Choose whole grain rice or brown rice for extra nutrients.
No added sugars or E-numbers – By mixing the herbs yourself, you avoid unnecessary additives from ready-made mixes.

Ingredients (for 4 portions) healthy nasi with chicken:

  • 500 grams tender chicken fillet
  • 300 grams nutritious brown rice
  • 1 crispy leek
  • 250 grams juicy pointed cabbage
  • 250 grams tasty white cabbage
  • 400 grams mushrooms, fresh and full of flavor
  • 250 grams carrot, crispy and colorful
  • 1 red onion, for depth and sweetness
  • ½ red pepper, for a fiery kick
  • 1 teaspoon sambal, for a spicy twist
  • 1 tablespoon trassi, for an intense taste experience
  • 2 tablespoons ketjap, for that authentic sweet-salty flavor
  • 2 teaspoons cumin, for a warm and earthy touch
  • 1 teaspoon turmeric, for a subtle spiciness and beautiful color
  • 1 teaspoon ginger powder, for a refreshing and warming touch
  • Chicken spices, to your own taste
  • A dash of olive oil, to fry and roast everything perfectly
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How to prepare healthy nasi with chicken:

  1. Start by carefully cutting the leek, pointed cabbage, white cabbage, carrot and mushrooms into small pieces. Keep these cut vegetables in separate containers for a while. Also finely chop the red onion and red pepper. Don’t forget to cut the chicken into cubes and season it to taste with your favorite chicken spices.
  2. Heat a dash of olive oil in the wok and fry the seasoned chicken cubes on medium heat until they are deliciously tender and golden brown.
  3. While the chicken is cooking, cook the brown rice according to the instructions on the packaging in the saucepan.
  4. Now add the finely chopped red pepper, red onion and trassi to the wok with the chicken and stir-fry everything briefly until the aromas are released and fill your kitchen with delicious smells.

Follow-up

  1. Next, add all your chopped vegetables to the wok and stir-fry everything together until the vegetables are nice and soft and the flavors are well blended.
  2. Time to give your dish some extra flavor! Add the sambal, ketjap, cumin, turmeric and ginger powder to the pan and stir everything together well. Let the flavors merge into a true flavor explosion!
  3. Finally, add the cooked rice to the wok and mix everything together carefully. Let the rice absorb the delicious flavors of the vegetables and herbs and stir occasionally.
  4. Serve your delicious chicken nasi in beautiful bowls, garnished with fresh spring onion and crispy cucumber slices for a refreshing touch. Don’t forget to serve some satay sauce on the side for an extra flavorful experience!

Frequently asked questions about nasi with chicken

1. Can I meal prep nasi?
Yes! Nasi with chicken is perfect to make in advance and store in the fridge. It will keep for 2-3 days in an airtight container.

2. Which sauce goes well with nasi?
You can add a little sambal, peanut sauce or a fresh yoghurt sauce for extra flavour.

3. How can I make nasi vegetarian?
Replace the chicken with tofu, tempeh or extra vegetables such as mushrooms and broccoli.


Conclusion

Healthy nasi with chicken is a delicious, nutritious and easy meal that fits perfectly into a balanced diet. With fresh ingredients and herbs you can make this dish without unnecessary additives.

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