Low Fat Savory Chicken Stir-Fry

Discover the ultimate weeknight dinner with this Low Fat Savory Chicken Stir-Fry—a vibrant, nutritious dish that’s as flavorful as it is healthy. Tender strips of marinated chicken breast are stir-fried to perfection alongside a colorful medley of crisp broccoli, sweet red bell peppers, crunchy snap peas, and julienned carrots. Enhanced with the bold flavors of garlic, ginger, and a light soy-based sauce, this quick and easy recipe boasts minimal oil, making it a guilt-free option for health-conscious eaters. The secret to its silky, delicious sauce lies in a simple cornstarch slurry, thickening the low-sodium chicken broth into a luscious coating for every bite. Topped with sesame seeds and fresh spring onions, this low-fat stir-fry is ready in just 35 minutes and perfect for serving over steamed rice or noodles. A satisfying, one-pan delight that’s sure to become a family favorite!

Nutriscore Rating: 77/100

Prep Time:15 mins

Cook Time:20 mins

Total Time:35 mins

Servings: 4

Ingredients

• 500 grams boneless, skinless chicken breast
• 3 tablespoons soy sauce, low sodium
• 3 garlic cloves, minced
• 1 tablespoon ginger, minced
• 200 grams broccoli florets
• 1 red bell pepper, sliced
• 1 carrot, julienned
• 100 grams snap peas
• 2 spring onions, chopped
• 0.5 cup low-sodium chicken broth
• 1 teaspoon cornstarch
• 2 tablespoons water
• 1 tablespoon olive oil
• 1 tablespoon sesame seeds
• 0.25 teaspoon black pepper

Directions

Step 1

Begin by slicing the chicken breast into thin strips.

Step 2

In a small bowl, combine the low-sodium soy sauce, minced garlic, and ginger. Add the chicken slices to the bowl and let marinate for 10 minutes.

Step 3

Meanwhile, prepare the vegetables: cut the broccoli into small florets, slice the red bell pepper, julienne the carrot, and have the snap peas ready.

Step 4

In a separate small bowl, mix the chicken broth, cornstarch, and water until the cornstarch is completely dissolved to create a slurry.

Step 5

Heat a large non-stick frying pan or wok over medium-high heat and add 1 tablespoon of olive oil.

Step 6

Add the marinated chicken strips to the pan and stir-fry for about 5-6 minutes, or until the chicken is cooked through. Remove the chicken from the pan and set aside.

Step 7

In the same pan, add the broccoli, red bell pepper, carrot, and snap peas. Stir-fry the vegetables for 4-5 minutes until they're tender yet still crisp.

Step 8

Return the chicken to the pan with the vegetables.

Step 9

Give the cornstarch-broth mixture a quick stir and pour it over the chicken and vegetables, stirring continuously until the sauce thickens, about 2-3 minutes.

Step 10

Sprinkle black pepper and a tablespoon of sesame seeds to add further flavor.

Step 11

Garnish with chopped spring onions before serving.

Step 12

Serve the stir-fry hot, straight from the pan, and enjoy a healthy, low-fat meal.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(1271.4g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	1243.0

Total Fat 37.9g	0%
Saturated Fat 8.0g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 3.4g
Cholesterol 425mg	0%
Sodium 2051.7mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 46.3g	0%
Dietary Fiber 14.6g	0%
Total Sugars 16.0g
Protein 173.5g	0%

Vitamin D 25IU	0%
Calcium 297.0mg	0%
Iron 11.4mg	0%
Potassium 2302.8mg	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: 28.0%

Protein: 56.9%

Carbs: 15.2%