Chicken and Green Bean Stir-Fry

This Chicken and Green Bean Stir-Fry is a vibrant and flavorful low-carb dish that balances tender chicken with crisp green beans in a savory sauce. Perfect for a quick weeknight dinner, this dish is both nutritious and satisfying.

Ingredients

• Chicken breast - 300 grams, sliced into thin strips
• Green beans - 200 grams, trimmed
• Garlic - 2 cloves, minced
• Ginger - 1 teaspoon, minced
• Soy sauce - 2 tablespoons (low sodium)
• Sesame oil - 1 tablespoon
• Olive oil - 1 tablespoon
• Red pepper flakes - 1/2 teaspoon (optional)
• Salt - to taste
• Black pepper - to taste
• Sesame seeds - 1 tablespoon (for garnish)

Steps

1. Heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat.
2. Add the sliced chicken breast to the skillet and season with salt and black pepper. Cook for about 5-7 minutes until the chicken is browned and cooked through.
3. Add minced garlic and ginger to the skillet, and stir-fry for another minute until fragrant.
4. Add the trimmed green beans to the skillet and stir-fry for 3-4 minutes until they are bright green and tender-crisp.
5. Pour in the soy sauce and sesame oil, and add red pepper flakes if using. Stir well to coat all the ingredients.
6. Cook for an additional 2 minutes, allowing the sauce to slightly thicken.
7. Remove from heat, garnish with sesame seeds, and serve immediately.

Nutrition

• Calories: 320
• Protein: 38 g
• Carbs: 10 g
• Fiber: 4 g
• Sugar: 2 g
• Sodium: 600 mg
• Cholesterol: 85 mg
• Total Fat: 14 g
• Saturated Fat: 2 g
• Unsaturated Fat: 10 g
• Water: 0.5 L

Health Benefits

• High in protein, which supports muscle growth and repair.
• Rich in vitamins and minerals, particularly from green beans, contributing to overall health.

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