Stir-Fried Chicken with Carrots

Stir-Fried Chicken with Carrots is a vibrant and flavorful dish that brings a taste of Chinese midnight cuisine to your table. This quick and easy recipe highlights tender chicken and crisp carrots in a savory, gluten-free sauce for a satisfying meal.

Ingredients

• Chicken breast - 250 grams, sliced thinly
• Carrots - 150 grams, julienned
• Garlic - 2 cloves, minced
• Ginger - 1 teaspoon, minced
• Gluten-free soy sauce - 2 tablespoons
• Sesame oil - 1 tablespoon
• Cornstarch - 1 teaspoon
• Water - 2 tablespoons
• Vegetable oil - 1 tablespoon
• Salt - to taste
• Pepper - to taste
• Green onions - 2 stalks, chopped (for garnish)

Steps

1. In a bowl, mix the sliced chicken with cornstarch, salt, and pepper. Let it marinate for about 10 minutes.
2. Heat vegetable oil in a wok or large frying pan over medium-high heat.
3. Add the marinated chicken to the hot oil and stir-fry for about 5-7 minutes until the chicken is cooked through and slightly golden.
4. Add minced garlic and ginger to the pan, stirring quickly to avoid burning, and cook for another 1 minute.
5. Add the julienned carrots and stir-fry for an additional 3-4 minutes until they are tender but still crisp.
6. Pour in the gluten-free soy sauce and sesame oil, and stir to coat the chicken and carrots evenly.
7. Add water if the mixture seems too dry, and cook for another minute.
8. Remove from heat and garnish with chopped green onions before serving.

Nutrition

• Calories: 350
• Protein: 30 g
• Carbs: 15 g
• Fiber: 3 g
• Sugar: 4 g
• Sodium: 800 mg
• Cholesterol: 75 mg
• Total Fat: 15 g
• Saturated Fat: 2 g
• Unsaturated Fat: 10 g
• Water: 0.3 L

Health Benefits

• High in protein, supporting muscle health and repair.
• Rich in vitamins from carrots, promoting eye health and immune function.

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