Keto Chicken Chow Mein
Dive into the irresistible world of Keto Chicken Chow Mein, a low-carb twist on the classic Chinese favorite! This recipe swaps traditional noodles for zucchini noodles, creating a guilt-free dish packed with bold flavors and vibrant colors. Juicy chicken strips are marinated in a savory blend of coconut aminos, sesame oil, garlic, and ginger, then stir-fried to perfection alongside tender-crisp broccoli and sweet red bell peppers. Finished with a kick of red pepper flakes and garnished with fresh green onions, this dish is as nutritious as it is delicious. Ready in just 35 minutes, it's the perfect quick and healthy dinner that's gluten-free, keto-friendly, and free of refined sugars. Whether you're following a low-carb lifestyle or simply craving a wholesome stir-fry, this flavorful recipe is sure to impress!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 500 grams Chicken breast
- 60 ml Coconut aminos
- 15 ml Sesame oil
- 3 cloves Garlic, minced
- 1 teaspoon Ginger, grated
- 200 grams Broccoli, chopped into small florets
- 1 Red bell pepper, sliced
- 200 grams Zucchini noodles
- 2 Green onions, sliced
- 2 tablespoons Olive oil
- to taste Salt
- to taste Black pepper
- 0.5 teaspoon Crushed red pepper flakes
Instructions
Slice the chicken breast into thin strips and place in a bowl.
In a small bowl, mix the coconut aminos, sesame oil, minced garlic, and grated ginger. Pour this marinade over the chicken strips, mix well to coat, and set aside for 10 minutes.
Heat 1 tablespoon of olive oil in a large skillet or wok over medium-high heat.
Add the marinated chicken strips to the skillet and cook for 6-8 minutes until no longer pink and slightly golden. Remove the chicken from the skillet and set aside.
In the same skillet, add the remaining olive oil. Add the broccoli florets and red bell pepper slices. Stir-fry for 4-5 minutes until the vegetables are tender-crisp.
Add the zucchini noodles to the skillet and stir-fry for an additional 2-3 minutes until they are heated through.
Return the cooked chicken to the skillet, mixing it with the vegetables and noodles.
Season with salt, black pepper, and crushed red pepper flakes to taste, stirring well to combine.
Garnish the Keto Chicken Chow Mein with sliced green onions before serving.
Serve hot and enjoy your flavorful Keto Chicken Chow Mein.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
1314 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 61.8 g | 79% | |
| Saturated Fat | 11.1 g | 55% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 11.0 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 430 mg | 143% | |
| Sodium | 5170 mg | 225% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 43.8 g | 16% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 10.7 g | 38% | |
| Total Sugars | 24.6 g | ||
| Protein | 150.2 g | 300% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 250 mg | 19% | |
| Iron | 6.4 mg | 36% | |
| Potassium | 2864 mg | 61% | |
*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.
