High Protein Classic Stir-Fried Chicken
Elevate your weeknight dinners with this High Protein Classic Stir-Fried Chicken, a quick, delicious, and wholesome meal that's packed with lean protein and vibrant vegetables. Featuring tender strips of marinated chicken breast stir-fried to perfection alongside a medley of crisp broccoli, sweet red bell peppers, and julienned carrots, this dish offers a burst of flavor and texture in every bite. Infused with the bold aroma of garlic and ginger, and topped with green onions and sesame seeds for a delightful finish, this stir-fry is ready in just 30 minutes, making it an ideal choice for busy evenings. Perfect served with steamed rice or noodles, it’s a balanced and savory recipe that’s low in sodium, high in nutrients, and irresistible for health-conscious food lovers.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 500 grams boneless, skinless chicken breast
- 60 ml soy sauce, low sodium
- 15 grams cornstarch
- 30 ml vegetable oil
- 3 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 tablespoon ginger, minced
- 1 medium red bell pepper, sliced
- 200 grams broccoli florets
- 1 medium carrot, julienned
- 3 stalks green onions, chopped
- 1 tablespoon sesame seeds
- 0.5 teaspoon salt
- 0.25 teaspoon black pepper
Instructions
Cut the chicken breast into thin strips, approximately equal in size for even cooking.
In a mixing bowl, combine the soy sauce and cornstarch. Add the chicken strips and toss to coat thoroughly. Let it marinate for about 10 minutes.
Heat half the vegetable oil in a large wok or non-stick skillet over medium-high heat.
Once the oil is hot, add the marinated chicken strips in a single layer. Cook for about 3-4 minutes on each side until the chicken is golden brown and cooked through. Remove the chicken from the wok and set aside.
In the same wok, add the remaining vegetable oil. Add the minced garlic and ginger, stirring for about 30 seconds until fragrant.
Add the red bell pepper slices, broccoli florets, and julienned carrot to the wok. Stir-fry the vegetables for about 5 minutes until they become tender-crisp.
Return the cooked chicken to the wok and toss everything together. Season with salt and black pepper.
Add the chopped green onions and sesame seeds. Stir well to combine all ingredients, cooking for an additional 1-2 minutes.
Remove from heat and serve immediately with your choice of steamed rice or noodles.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
1345 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 50.2 g | 64% | |
| Saturated Fat | 9.6 g | 48% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 19.1 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 425 mg | 142% | |
| Sodium | 3670 mg | 160% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 48.9 g | 18% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 11.7 g | 42% | |
| Total Sugars | 11.6 g | ||
| Protein | 171.1 g | 342% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.6 mcg | 3% | |
| Calcium | 235 mg | 18% | |
| Iron | 9.5 mg | 53% | |
| Potassium | 2336 mg | 50% | |
*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.
