Low Carb Chicken Chow Mein

Craving your favorite takeout but looking for a healthy twist? This Low Carb Chicken Chow Mein delivers all the bold, savory flavors you love—without the guilt. Featuring tender strips of marinated chicken, crisp bell peppers, and spiralized zucchini “noodles,” this recipe swaps out carb-heavy ingredients for a lighter, veggie-packed alternative. A sumptuous sauce, made with soy sauce, sesame oil, and a hint of ginger, ties everything together for an irresistible stir-fry. Ready in just 40 minutes, this quick and easy low-carb dinner is perfect for busy weeknights or meal prep, offering a satisfying, keto-friendly take on a classic Chinese dish.

Nutriscore Rating: 76/100

Prep Time:20 mins

Cook Time:20 mins

Total Time:40 mins

Servings: 4

Ingredients

• 1 pound boneless, skinless chicken breasts
• 0.25 cup soy sauce
• 1 tablespoon sesame oil
• 4 cups spiralized zucchini
• 1 bell pepper, sliced
• 1 carrot, julienned
• 3 green onions, sliced
• 2 cloves garlic, minced
• 1 teaspoon ginger, minced
• 2 tablespoons olive oil
• 1 tablespoon sesame seeds
• 0.25 cup low-sodium chicken broth
• 1 teaspoon cornstarch
• 0.25 teaspoon black pepper

Directions

Step 1

Begin by slicing the chicken breasts into thin strips.

Step 2

In a bowl, combine the chicken with 2 tablespoons of soy sauce, 1 tablespoon of sesame oil, and black pepper. Mix well and let it marinate for at least 10 minutes.

Step 3

While the chicken is marinating, prepare the vegetables: spiralize the zucchini, slice the bell pepper, julienne the carrot, and slice the green onions.

Step 4

In a small bowl, mix the remaining soy sauce with chicken broth and cornstarch. Set aside.

Step 5

Heat 1 tablespoon of olive oil in a large skillet or wok over medium-high heat. Add the chicken and cook until golden brown and cooked through, about 5-7 minutes. Remove from the skillet and set aside.

Step 6

In the same skillet, add the remaining tablespoon of olive oil. Add garlic and ginger, then sauté for about 30 seconds until fragrant.

Step 7

Add the bell pepper and carrot to the skillet and stir-fry for 3-4 minutes until they begin to soften.

Step 8

Add the spiralized zucchini and cook for an additional 2 minutes, stirring often.

Step 9

Return the cooked chicken to the skillet, and pour over the soy sauce mixture. Continue to stir until the sauce thickens slightly.

Step 10

Finally, toss in the sliced green onions and sesame seeds and mix everything well. Serve hot.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(1209.4g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	1387.5

Total Fat 65.4g	0%
Saturated Fat 12.2g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 10.6g
Cholesterol 385.6mg	0%
Sodium 2790.8mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 40.4g	0%
Dietary Fiber 11.5g	0%
Total Sugars 20.0g
Protein 156.4g	0%

Vitamin D 4.5IU	0%
Calcium 245.9mg	0%
Iron 8.8mg	0%
Potassium 3375.6mg	0%

*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.

Source of Calories

Fat: 42.8%

Protein: 45.5%

Carbs: 11.7%