Chicken and Asparagus Stir-Fry

This Chicken and Asparagus Stir-Fry is a vibrant and healthy dish that combines tender chicken breast with crisp asparagus, all tossed in a savory low-carb sauce. It's quick to prepare and packed with flavor, making it a perfect supper option for those watching their carbs.

Ingredients

• Chicken breast - 300 grams, sliced into thin strips
• Asparagus - 200 grams, trimmed and cut into 5 cm pieces
• Olive oil - 2 tablespoons
• Garlic - 2 cloves, minced
• Soy sauce (low sodium) - 3 tablespoons
• Sesame oil - 1 tablespoon
• Ginger - 1 teaspoon, grated
• Red pepper flakes - 1/4 teaspoon (optional)
• Salt - to taste
• Black pepper - to taste
• Sesame seeds - 1 tablespoon, for garnish

Steps

1. Heat the olive oil in a large skillet or wok over medium-high heat.
2. Add the sliced chicken breast to the skillet and season with salt and black pepper. Stir-fry for about 5-7 minutes, or until the chicken is cooked through and no longer pink.
3. Add the minced garlic and grated ginger to the skillet, and stir-fry for an additional 1-2 minutes until fragrant.
4. Add the asparagus pieces to the skillet and continue to stir-fry for another 3-4 minutes until the asparagus is tender-crisp.
5. Pour in the soy sauce and sesame oil, and add the red pepper flakes if using. Stir well to combine and cook for an additional 1-2 minutes.
6. Remove from heat and sprinkle with sesame seeds before serving.

Nutrition

• Calories: 320
• Protein: 40 g
• Carbs: 8 g
• Fiber: 3 g
• Sugar: 2 g
• Sodium: 720 mg
• Cholesterol: 100 mg
• Total Fat: 14 g
• Saturated Fat: 2 g
• Unsaturated Fat: 10 g
• Water: 0.5 L

Health Benefits

• High in protein, supporting muscle maintenance and growth.
• Rich in vitamins A, C, and K from asparagus, promoting overall health.

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