Szechuan Chicken Stir-Fry

Szechuan Chicken Stir-Fry is a spicy and flavorful dish that brings the bold, aromatic tastes of Szechuan cuisine right to your table, while being low in carbs. This quick and easy stir-fry is perfect for a healthy weeknight dinner, packed with protein and colorful vegetables.

Ingredients

• Chicken breast - 300 grams, thinly sliced
• Bell pepper - 1 medium, sliced (preferably red or yellow)
• Zucchini - 1 medium, sliced
• Broccoli florets - 100 grams
• Garlic - 3 cloves, minced
• Ginger - 1 inch, minced
• Szechuan peppercorns - 1 teaspoon
• Soy sauce - 2 tablespoons (low-sodium)
• Rice vinegar - 1 tablespoon
• Sesame oil - 1 tablespoon
• Olive oil - 1 tablespoon
• Red chili flakes - 1 teaspoon (adjust to taste)
• Green onions - 2 stalks, chopped (for garnish)

Steps

1. Heat olive oil in a large skillet or wok over medium-high heat.
2. Add the minced garlic and ginger, sautéing for 30 seconds until fragrant.
3. Add the sliced chicken breast to the skillet and cook for about 5-7 minutes, stirring frequently, until the chicken is browned and cooked through.
4. Stir in the Szechuan peppercorns and red chili flakes, cooking for an additional minute.
5. Add the sliced bell pepper, zucchini, and broccoli florets to the skillet. Stir-fry for 3-4 minutes until the vegetables are tender-crisp.
6. Pour in the soy sauce and rice vinegar, tossing everything to combine. Cook for another 1-2 minutes, allowing the sauce to coat the chicken and vegetables.
7. Drizzle sesame oil over the stir-fry and give it a final toss.
8. Serve hot, garnished with chopped green onions.

Nutrition

• Calories: 350
• Protein: 40 g
• Carbs: 12 g
• Fiber: 4 g
• Sugar: 5 g
• Sodium: 800 mg
• Cholesterol: 100 mg
• Total Fat: 18 g
• Saturated Fat: 2 g
• Unsaturated Fat: 16 g
• Water: 0.2 L

Health Benefits

• High in protein, which supports muscle repair and growth.
• Rich in vegetables, providing essential vitamins and minerals.

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