If you’re new to cooking, it’s completely normal to feel a little confused or nervous especially when most recipes online ask for fancy ingredients or expert-level skills. But here’s the good news: cooking at home doesn’t have to be complicated. In this post, I’m sharing super easy and beginner-friendly recipes that anyone can try, even if you’ve never cooked before. These recipes use simple ingredients, need very little prep time, and will help you gain confidence in the kitchen. Whether you’re cooking just for yourself or want to impress someone, these dishes are the perfect place to begin.
Ingredients:
- Rice noodles 1 pack (cooked according to package instructions)
- Chicken breast 2 pieces (thinly sliced)
- Garlic 2–3 cloves (minced)
- Broccoli 1 cup (cut into small florets)
- Salt to taste
- Black pepper to taste
- Soy sauce 2 tablespoons
- Olive oil 2 tablespoons
- Eggs –2 (lightly beaten – optional, for added protein)
Method:
First, pour hot water over a bowl of noodles and let them sit for about 20 minutes until they soften. Once they’re ready, set them aside.
Next, take a chicken breast and cut it into a butterfly shape. Use a meat hammer to tenderize the chicken. Then, season it with basic seasoning salt and pepper and slice it into thin strips.
Now, heat a pan and add 1 tablespoon of olive oil. Toss in the chicken strips and start cooking. Once the chicken begins to cook, add in the roughly chopped broccoli and minced garlic. Stir and cook until the chicken is tender and the garlic is fragrant. Set this mixture aside.
In the same pan, add a little more olive oil. Crack two eggs into the pan and scramble them. Let them cook for a bit, then add in the noodles and the chicken-broccoli mixture. Pour in 1 tablespoon of soy sauce and stir-fry everything together until well mixed and heated through.
Once everything is cooked and combined, transfer it to a platter. Garnish with freshly chopped green onions for an added touch of flavor and color.
Diet tips :
Low in Fat: If you’re aiming for a lower-fat meal, you can reduce the amount of olive oil and omit the egg.
Protein-Packed: Chicken and eggs provide a solid amount of lean protein, which helps in muscle-building and maintaining fullness.
High in Fiber: The broccoli and noodles provide fiber, which helps digestion and keeps you feeling full longer.
Low Carb Option: For a low-carb alternative, you could swap the noodles for zucchini noodles or another vegetable-based substitute.
~350-400 calories per serving