Paleo Chicken Chow Mein
Bring the bold flavors of takeout to your table with this Paleo Chicken Chow Mein, a wholesome, gluten-free twist on the classic dish! Made with tender strips of chicken breast and a colorful medley of fresh vegetables, this recipe swaps traditional noodles for spiralized zucchini, making it low-carb and completely grain-free. Infused with the aromatic richness of garlic, freshly grated ginger, and a hint of sesame oil, this stir-fry comes together in just 35 minutes for a quick, healthy meal. Coconut aminos lend the perfect balance of savory-sweet umami, while crisp-tender veggies like carrots and bell peppers make every bite a textural delight. Perfect for clean eating enthusiasts, this paleo-friendly chow mein is a satisfying, nutritious option the whole family will love. Serve hot, garnish with fresh green onions, and enjoy a restaurant-quality dish right from your kitchen!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 1 pound chicken breast
- 2 large zucchini
- 2 medium carrot
- 1 large red bell pepper
- 4 green onions
- 3 cloves garlic
- 0.25 cup coconut aminos
- 2 tablespoons sesame oil
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 1 inch piece ginger
- 0.25 teaspoon black pepper
- 0.5 teaspoon sea salt
Instructions
Begin by spiralizing the zucchini into noodles using a spiralizer, or cut them into thin strips if you do not have one. Set aside.
Peel and julienne the carrots and slice the bell pepper into thin strips. Chop the green onions and set aside.
Mince the garlic and grate the ginger. Set these aside separately.
Cut the chicken breast into thin strips.
In a large skillet or wok, heat 1 tablespoon of olive oil over medium-high heat. Add the chicken strips and season with sea salt and black pepper. Stir-fry the chicken until it is browned and cooked through, about 5-7 minutes. Remove the chicken from the pan and set aside.
In the same skillet, add the remaining olive oil and sesame oil. Add the minced garlic and grated ginger, stirring for about 1 minute until fragrant.
Add the carrots, red bell pepper, and half of the green onions to the skillet. Stir-fry for 3-4 minutes until the vegetables are slightly tender but still crisp.
Return the cooked chicken to the skillet. Pour in the coconut aminos and toss everything together until well combined.
Add the zucchini noodles to the skillet and continue to stir-fry for 2-3 minutes, until the noodles are softened but not mushy.
Adjust seasoning with additional sea salt and black pepper if necessary. Remove from heat.
Garnish with the remaining chopped green onions before serving.
Serve hot and enjoy this healthy, Paleo-friendly Chicken Chow Mein!
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
1519 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 74.6 g | 96% | |
| Saturated Fat | 12.7 g | 64% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 16.9 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 390 mg | 130% | |
| Sodium | 8559 mg | 372% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 77.3 g | 28% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 13.0 g | 46% | |
| Total Sugars | 57.7 g | ||
| Protein | 136.4 g | 273% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 244 mg | 19% | |
| Iron | 6.1 mg | 34% | |
| Potassium | 3235 mg | 69% | |
*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.
