Low Sodium Dragon Chicken

Take your taste buds on a fiery yet heart-healthy journey with this Low Sodium Dragon Chicken, a vibrant and flavorful twist on a classic dish. Tender strips of chicken breast are stir-fried to perfection alongside crisp bell peppers and julienned carrots, creating a colorful base bursting with texture. A bold, fragrant sauce made with low sodium soy sauce, rice vinegar, honey, and a kick of chili paste ties it all together without the excessive sodium. Infused with aromatic garlic and ginger, this dish is finished with a sprinkle of sesame seeds, fresh cilantro, and scallions for added freshness and crunch. Ready in just 45 minutes, this quick-and-easy stir-fry is perfect for serving over steamed rice or noodles, making it a wholesome, guilt-free dinner option packed with flavor and nutritional goodness.

Nutriscore Rating: 75/100

Prep Time:20 mins

Cook Time:25 mins

Total Time:45 mins

Servings: 4

Ingredients

• 1 pound Chicken breast, boneless and skinless
• 1 medium Red bell pepper, sliced
• 1 medium Green bell pepper, sliced
• 1 medium Carrot, julienned
• 4 cloves Garlic, minced
• 1 tablespoon Ginger, minced
• 2 tablespoons Low sodium soy sauce
• 1 tablespoon Rice vinegar
• 1 tablespoon Chili paste
• 1 tablespoon Honey
• 2 teaspoons Sesame oil
• 1 tablespoon Cornstarch
• 2 tablespoons Water
• 2 stalks Scallions, thinly sliced
• 1 tablespoon Sesame seeds
• 2 tablespoons Canola oil
• 2 tablespoons Fresh cilantro, chopped

Directions

Step 1

Slice the chicken breasts into thin strips and set aside.

Step 2

In a small bowl, mix cornstarch and water to create a slurry. Set aside.

Step 3

In a separate bowl, combine low sodium soy sauce, rice vinegar, chili paste, honey, and sesame oil. Set aside.

Step 4

In a large skillet or wok, heat canola oil over medium-high heat.

Step 5

Add minced garlic and ginger to the skillet, and sauté for 30 seconds until fragrant.

Step 6

Add sliced chicken strips to the skillet and stir-fry for 5-7 minutes until lightly browned and cooked through.

Step 7

Add sliced red and green bell peppers and julienned carrot to the skillet. Stir-fry for an additional 5 minutes until the vegetables are tender-crisp.

Step 8

Pour the prepared soy sauce mixture over the chicken and vegetables and stir well to combine.

Step 9

Add the cornstarch slurry to the skillet, mixing continuously until the sauce thickens and coats the chicken and vegetables evenly.

Step 10

Remove the skillet from heat and garnish with sliced scallions, sesame seeds, and fresh cilantro.

Step 11

Serve the low sodium dragon chicken hot, over steamed rice or noodles for a complete meal.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(987.9g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	1551.0

Total Fat 78.5g	0%
Saturated Fat 11.2g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 20.9g
Cholesterol 385.6mg	0%
Sodium 1951.6mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 57.3g	0%
Dietary Fiber 9.9g	0%
Total Sugars 31.2g
Protein 150.7g	0%

Vitamin D 59.0IU	0%
Calcium 161.0mg	0%
Iron 7.5mg	0%
Potassium 2132.0mg	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: 45.9%

Protein: 39.2%

Carbs: 14.9%