Spicy Chicken and Vegetable Stir-Fry with Sauce

This Spicy Chicken and Vegetable Stir-Fry is a vibrant blend of tender chicken and crisp vegetables, all coated in a zesty sauce that brings an exciting kick to your dinner table. Perfect for a low-carb diet, this dish is both satisfying and packed with flavor.

Ingredients

• Chicken breast - 300 grams, thinly sliced
• Bell pepper (red or yellow) - 1 medium, sliced
• Broccoli florets - 150 grams
• Zucchini - 1 medium, sliced
• Garlic - 3 cloves, minced
• Fresh ginger - 1 inch, grated
• Soy sauce (low sodium) - 2 tablespoons
• Sriracha sauce - 1 tablespoon
• Sesame oil - 1 tablespoon
• Olive oil - 1 tablespoon
• Black pepper - 1/2 teaspoon
• Green onions - 2, chopped for garnish
• Sesame seeds - 1 tablespoon for garnish

Steps

1. Heat olive oil in a large skillet or wok over medium-high heat.
2. Add the sliced chicken breast to the skillet and cook for about 5-7 minutes, until browned and cooked through. Stir occasionally.
3. Add the minced garlic and grated ginger to the skillet, cooking for an additional 1 minute until fragrant.
4. Add the sliced bell pepper, broccoli florets, and zucchini to the skillet. Stir-fry for about 5 minutes until the vegetables are tender but still crisp.
5. In a small bowl, mix together the soy sauce, Sriracha sauce, and sesame oil. Pour this sauce over the chicken and vegetables, stirring to coat evenly.
6. Cook for an additional 2-3 minutes, allowing the sauce to thicken slightly.
7. Season with black pepper to taste, then remove from heat.
8. Serve hot, garnished with chopped green onions and sesame seeds.

Nutrition

• Calories: 350
• Protein: 40 g
• Carbs: 12 g
• Fiber: 4 g
• Sugar: 5 g
• Sodium: 800 mg
• Cholesterol: 100 mg
• Total Fat: 15 g
• Saturated Fat: 2 g
• Unsaturated Fat: 10 g
• Water: 0.4 L

Health Benefits

• High in protein, supporting muscle repair and growth.
• Rich in vitamins and minerals from the variety of vegetables.

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