Healthy Chicken Nasi

High in protein, packed with vegetables & made without seasoning packets

Healthy Chicken Nasi

High in protein, packed with vegetables & made without seasoning packets

A classic nasi dish—made healthy, nourishing, and functional. This healthy chicken nasi is rich in protein, fiber, and micronutrients, making it a perfect fit for an active lifestyle, strength training, or a fat-loss phase.

At Aurora Personal Training in Eindhoven, we regularly recommend meals like this: high volume, high nutritional value, and no unnecessary additives.


Why Healthy Chicken Nasi Is a Smart Choice

High in protein & satisfying
Chicken breast provides high-quality protein to support muscle recovery and long-lasting satiety.

More vegetables = better results
Adding multiple vegetables boosts fiber, vitamins, and minerals—ideal for energy, recovery, and digestion.

Healthier carbohydrates
Brown rice delivers steady energy and supports performance during training.

No packets or additives
You control the seasoning yourself, avoiding added sugars and unnecessary E-numbers.

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Recipe: Healthy Chicken Nasi (4 servings)

Ingredients

  • 500 g chicken breast, diced

  • 300 g brown rice

  • 1 leek

  • 250 g pointed cabbage

  • 250 g white cabbage

  • 400 g mushrooms

  • 250 g carrots

  • 1 red onion

  • ½ red chili pepper

  • 1 tsp sambal

  • 1 tbsp shrimp paste (trassi)

  • 2 tbsp soy sauce (preferably low-sodium)

  • 2 tsp ground cumin

  • 1 tsp turmeric

  • 1 tsp ground ginger

  • Chicken seasoning to taste

  • Olive oil for cooking

Optional: spring onion, cucumber, homemade satay sauce

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Method

  1. Finely slice all vegetables. Chop the red onion and chili. Dice the chicken and season to taste.

  2. Cook the brown rice according to package instructions.

  3. Heat olive oil in a wok and cook the chicken until golden and fully done.

  4. Add the red onion, chili, and shrimp paste; sauté briefly until aromatic.

  5. Add all vegetables and stir-fry for 5–7 minutes.

  6. Add sambal, soy sauce, cumin, turmeric, and ginger; mix well.

  7. Add the cooked rice and stir-fry everything together for 2–3 minutes.

  8. Serve with spring onion and cucumber for freshness.


Meal Prep & Variations

Meal-prep friendly

✔ Keeps 2–3 days in the refrigerator
✔ Ideal for busy training weeks

Variations

  • Vegetarian: replace chicken with tofu or tempeh

  • Extra protein: add a thin omelet

  • Lower carb: replace part of the rice with cauliflower rice

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Conclusion

This healthy chicken nasi delivers everything you want: flavor, protein, satiety, and practicality. Perfect for athletes, families, and anyone who wants to eat consciously without sacrificing taste.

Want to know how this meal fits your personal macros or training goals?
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