Description
Keto chicken stir fry delivers maximum flavor with minimal carbohydrates in a quick Asian-inspired meal. Protein-packed chicken and crisp vegetables combine seamlessly, offering you a delicious low-carb dinner solution.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 lb (450 g) chicken breast or thighs, boneless, skinless, cut into 1-inch (2.5 cm) pieces
- 4 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 lb (450 g) cauliflower rice, fresh or frozen
- 6 oz (170 g) broccoli, cut into florets
- 1 large red bell pepper, cut into 1-2 inch (2.5–5 cm) thin strips
- 4 tbsps green onions, optional
- ¼ cup (60 ml) olive oil, divided
- ¼ cup (60 ml) chicken bone broth
- ¼ cup (60 ml) coconut aminos
- ½ tsp sea salt
- ¼ tsp black pepper
- 1 tsp toasted sesame oil
Instructions
- Chicken Preparation: Ignite a large skillet with olive oil over medium-high heat. Season chicken pieces, searing until golden and nearly cooked through, about 4-5 minutes. Transfer to a covered plate.
- Aromatic Foundation: In the same pan, introduce minced garlic, sautéing briefly to release its fragrant essence. Add broccoli florets and sliced red bell peppers, stirring vigorously to maintain vibrant colors and initiate tenderization.
- Flavor Layering: Pour bone broth into the skillet, dislodging caramelized remnants with a wooden spoon. Reduce heat, cover, and allow vegetables to simmer until broccoli reaches crisp-tender consistency.
- Umami Enhancement: Drizzle coconut aminos across the skillet, reintroducing reserved chicken pieces. Incorporate cauliflower rice, increasing heat to medium-high and stir-frying energetically to ensure moisture evaporation and complete chicken cooking.
- Finishing Touches: Remove from heat, drizzle toasted sesame oil, and meticulously adjust seasoning. Garnish with finely chopped green onions and serve immediately while piping hot.
Notes
- Maximize Flavor Intensity: Caramelize chicken and vegetables thoroughly to develop deep, rich taste profiles through proper browning techniques.
- Manage Moisture Carefully: Control liquid levels when cooking to prevent soggy cauliflower rice and maintain desired stir-fry texture.
- Select High-Quality Proteins: Choose fresh, organic chicken pieces with consistent size for even cooking and optimal tenderness.
- Balance Seasoning Strategically: Layer flavors gradually by seasoning each ingredient separately and adjusting salt levels progressively during cooking process.
- Prep Time: 5 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Category: Dinner, Lunch
- Method: Sautéing
- Cuisine: Asian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 4
- Calories: 300
- Sugar: 4 g
- Sodium: 500 mg
- Fat: 22 g
- Saturated Fat: 3 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 16 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 10 g
- Fiber: 4 g
- Protein: 25 g
- Cholesterol: 75 mg