Cozy Low Carb Stir Fry (Printable)

Quick, healthy stir fry featuring tender chicken and fresh vegetables, perfect for a low-carb evening meal.

# List of ingredients:

→ Protein

01 - 14 oz boneless, skinless chicken breast, thinly sliced

→ Vegetables

02 - 1 medium red bell pepper, sliced
03 - 1 medium zucchini, halved and sliced
04 - 1 cup broccoli florets
05 - 3.5 oz snap peas, trimmed
06 - 2 spring onions, sliced

→ Sauce

07 - 3 tbsp soy sauce or tamari for gluten-free option
08 - 1 tbsp sesame oil
09 - 1 tbsp rice vinegar
10 - 1 tbsp fresh ginger, grated
11 - 2 cloves garlic, minced
12 - 1/2 tsp chili flakes (optional)

→ Garnish

13 - 1 tbsp sesame seeds
14 - Fresh coriander or parsley, chopped (optional)

# Steps:

01 - Whisk together soy sauce, sesame oil, rice vinegar, grated ginger, minced garlic, and chili flakes in a small bowl. Set aside.
02 - Warm a large non-stick skillet or wok over medium-high heat and add a splash of sesame or neutral oil.
03 - Add sliced chicken breast and stir-fry for 4 to 5 minutes until golden and fully cooked. Remove chicken from pan and set aside.
04 - In the same pan, stir-fry red bell pepper, zucchini, broccoli florets, and snap peas for 4 to 5 minutes until tender-crisp.
05 - Return chicken to the pan, pour in the prepared sauce, and toss to coat. Stir-fry for 2 minutes until heated through.
06 - Remove from heat, sprinkle with sesame seeds and sliced spring onions. Garnish with chopped coriander or parsley if desired. Serve immediately.

# Expert Advice:

01 -
  • This stir fry feels like sharing a delicious, guilt-free treat with a close friend.
  • Its quick prep and cooking time make it a go-to when I need something wholesome in a flash.
02 -
  • Don’t overcrowd your pan when stir-frying or the ingredients will steam instead of getting that perfect sear.
  • Adding the sauce last keeps the vegetables crisp and lets flavors stay bright and fresh.
03 -
  • Use a well-heated pan to get that ideal sear on chicken and vegetables.
  • Adding aromatics like ginger and garlic early releases their full flavor impact in the final dish.

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