Gluten-Free Chicken and Vegetable Stir-Fry

This Gluten-Free Chicken and Vegetable Stir-Fry is a vibrant and quick midnight dish that combines tender chicken with a colorful medley of vegetables, all coated in a savory gluten-free sauce. Perfect for a late-night craving, it's both nutritious and satisfying.

Ingredients

• Chicken breast - 250 grams, sliced thinly
• Bell pepper (red or yellow) - 1 medium, sliced
• Broccoli florets - 100 grams
• Carrot - 1 medium, julienned
• Green onion - 2 stalks, chopped
• Garlic - 2 cloves, minced
• Ginger - 1 teaspoon, grated
• Gluten-free soy sauce - 3 tablespoons
• Olive oil - 2 tablespoons
• Sesame oil - 1 teaspoon
• Cornstarch - 1 tablespoon
• Water - 100 milliliters
• Salt - to taste
• Black pepper - to taste

Steps

1. In a bowl, mix the sliced chicken with salt, black pepper, and cornstarch. Set aside for 10 minutes.
2. Heat 1 tablespoon of olive oil in a large frying pan or wok over medium-high heat.
3. Add the marinated chicken to the pan and stir-fry for about 5-6 minutes until browned and cooked through. Remove chicken and set aside.
4. In the same pan, add the remaining olive oil and sauté the garlic and ginger for about 30 seconds until fragrant.
5. Add the broccoli, bell pepper, and carrot to the pan, and stir-fry for 3-4 minutes until the vegetables are tender-crisp.
6. Return the cooked chicken to the pan and pour in the gluten-free soy sauce and water. Stir well to combine.
7. Cook for an additional 2 minutes, allowing the sauce to thicken slightly.
8. Drizzle with sesame oil and sprinkle chopped green onions before serving.

Nutrition

• Calories: 400
• Protein: 35 g
• Carbs: 25 g
• Fiber: 4 g
• Sugar: 5 g
• Sodium: 800 mg
• Cholesterol: 80 mg
• Total Fat: 15 g
• Saturated Fat: 2 g
• Unsaturated Fat: 12 g
• Water: 0.1 L

Health Benefits

• High in protein, supporting muscle repair and growth.
• Packed with vitamins from vegetables, promoting overall health.

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