Chicken and Vegetable Stir-Fry with Garlic and Sauce

This Chicken and Vegetable Stir-Fry with Garlic and Sauce is a vibrant, low-carb dish bursting with flavor and nutrition. Perfect for a quick weeknight supper, it's both satisfying and healthy, featuring tender chicken and crisp vegetables in a savory garlic sauce.

Ingredients

• Chicken breast - 300 grams, sliced
• Broccoli florets - 100 grams
• Bell pepper (red) - 1 medium, sliced
• Zucchini - 1 medium, sliced
• Garlic - 3 cloves, minced
• Soy sauce (low sodium) - 2 tablespoons
• Sesame oil - 1 tablespoon
• Olive oil - 1 tablespoon
• Ginger (fresh) - 1 teaspoon, grated
• Salt - to taste
• Black pepper - to taste
• Green onions - 2 stalks, chopped (for garnish)

Steps

1. Heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat.
2. Add sliced chicken breast to the skillet and season with salt and black pepper. Cook until browned and cooked through, about 5-7 minutes.
3. Remove the chicken from the skillet and set aside.
4. In the same skillet, add sesame oil, minced garlic, and grated ginger. Sauté for 1 minute until fragrant.
5. Add broccoli florets, sliced bell pepper, and zucchini to the skillet. Stir-fry for about 4-5 minutes until vegetables are tender-crisp.
6. Return the chicken to the skillet and pour in the low sodium soy sauce. Toss everything together and cook for an additional 2-3 minutes to heat through.
7. Adjust seasoning if necessary, then garnish with chopped green onions before serving.

Nutrition

• Calories: 350
• Protein: 40 g
• Carbs: 12 g
• Fiber: 4 g
• Sugar: 5 g
• Sodium: 850 mg
• Cholesterol: 85 mg
• Total Fat: 15 g
• Saturated Fat: 2 g
• Unsaturated Fat: 12 g
• Water: 0.5 L

Health Benefits

• High in protein, which supports muscle repair and growth.
• Rich in vitamins and minerals from the vegetables, promoting overall health.

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