Chicken and Vegetable Stir-fry

Name: Chicken and Vegetable Stir-fry
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 20 min
Total time: 35 min
Yield: 4 servings
Cuisine: american
Ingredients: 2 lb chicken breast (boneless, skinless, cut into 1-inch pieces); 1 pcs cauliflower (large, riced (about 4-5 cups)); 1 pcs broccoli (large head, cut into small florets); 2 pcs bell pepper (medium, any color, thinly sliced); 8 oz mushrooms (cremini, sliced); 2 tbsp vegetable oil (divided); 4 pcs garlic (cloves, minced); 1 inch ginger (fresh, grated); 0.5 cup coconut aminos; 3 tbsp sesame oil (toasted); 4 pcs scallions (thinly sliced, for garnish); 1 pinch salt; 1 pinch black pepper (freshly ground)

RATING

4.5/5(158)

TASTE SCORE

8/10

A vibrant, healthy stir-fry featuring tender chicken and crisp vegetables in a savory coconut amino sauce, served over fluffy cauliflower rice. A perfect low-carb, high-protein weeknight dinner ready in 30 minutes.

PREP

15m

COOK

20m

SERVES

1 BOWL

658 cal

SERVINGS

METHOD · 6 STEPS

1.Cut the chicken breast into 1-inch pieces and season with salt and pepper.
2.Chop the broccoli, slice the bell peppers and mushrooms, mince the garlic, and grate the ginger.
3.In a small bowl, whisk together the coconut aminos and toasted sesame oil to make the sauce.
1.Add the broccoli florets and sliced bell peppers to the same skillet. Stir-fry for 3-4 minutes until they begin to soften but are still crisp.
2.Add the sliced mushrooms, minced garlic, and grated ginger. Continue to stir-fry for another 2 minutes until the mushrooms are soft and the garlic is fragrant.

PRO TIPS

What to keep in mind.

4 tips from the recipe — small details that make a real difference to the final dish.

1
For the best texture, ensure your skillet is very hot before adding ingredients.
2
Feel free to add other vegetables like snap peas, carrots, or water chestnuts.
3
To save time, use pre-riced cauliflower and a bag of pre-chopped stir-fry vegetables.
4
The internal temperature of the chicken should reach 165°F (74°C) to be safely cooked.

QUESTIONS?

Frequently asked questions

Yes, this stir-fry is very healthy. It's packed with lean protein from chicken, loaded with vitamins and fiber from the vegetables, and is low in carbohydrates by using cauliflower rice instead of traditional rice.

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