Keto Chicken Stir-Fry is a flavorful and nutritious dish that’s perfect for a quick and healthy dinner. Packed with protein from chicken and an assortment of low-carb vegetables, this stir-fry is not only delicious but also fits well into a ketogenic diet. The combination of tender chicken, crisp vegetables, and savory sauce creates a satisfying meal that you can enjoy on its own or with cauliflower rice for a complete low-carb experience. Let’s dive into the recipe!
Recipe: Keto Chicken Stir-Fry
Ingredients: For the chicken marinade:
- 1 lb (450g) boneless, skinless chicken breasts, sliced into thin strips
- 2 tablespoons soy sauce (or tamari for gluten-free)
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
For the stir-fry sauce:
- 2 tablespoons soy sauce (or tamari for gluten-free)
- 1 tablespoon sesame oil
- 2 teaspoons rice vinegar
- 1 teaspoon erythritol (or preferred keto sweetener)
- 1/2 teaspoon minced garlic
- 1/2 teaspoon minced ginger
For the stir-fry:
- 2 tablespoons olive oil, divided
- 1 medium bell pepper, sliced
- 1 cup broccoli florets
- 1 cup sliced mushrooms
- 1 cup snap peas
- Salt and pepper to taste
- Sesame seeds (optional, for garnish)
- Sliced green onions (optional, for garnish)
Instructions:
- In a bowl, combine the sliced chicken, 2 tablespoons of soy sauce, and 1 tablespoon of olive oil. Toss until the chicken is well coated. Let it marinate for at least 15 minutes.
- In another small bowl, whisk together the ingredients for the stir-fry sauce: 2 tablespoons soy sauce, sesame oil, rice vinegar, erythritol, minced garlic, and minced ginger. Set aside.
- Heat 1 tablespoon of olive oil in a large skillet or wok over medium-high heat. Add the marinated chicken and cook until it’s browned and cooked through. Remove the chicken from the skillet and set it aside.
- In the same skillet, heat the remaining 1 tablespoon of olive oil. Add the bell pepper, broccoli florets, sliced mushrooms, and snap peas. Stir-fry the vegetables until they’re tender-crisp, about 5-7 minutes.
- Return the cooked chicken to the skillet with the vegetables. Pour the stir-fry sauce over the chicken and vegetables. Stir well to coat everything evenly.
- Cook for an additional 2-3 minutes, until the sauce thickens slightly and everything is heated through. Season with salt and pepper to taste.
- Remove from heat and garnish with sesame seeds and sliced green onions, if desired.
- Serve hot and enjoy!
Nutrition Facts: Here are the approximate nutrition facts per serving for Keto Chicken Stir-Fry:
- Serving size: 1/4 of the recipe
- Calories: 289
- Total Fat: 16g
- Saturated Fat: 2g
- Cholesterol: 73mg
- Sodium: 974mg
- Total Carbohydrate: 9g
- Dietary Fiber: 3g
- Total Sugars: 4g
- Protein: 27g