Whole30 Chicken Chow Fun

Take your taste buds on a guilt-free journey with this Whole30 Chicken Chow Fun—a vibrant, healthy spin on the classic Chinese takeout favorite. Packed with tender chicken breast, crisp bell peppers, and zucchini noodles, this recipe is a low-carb, gluten-free alternative to traditional rice noodles. Infused with the savory flavors of coconut aminos, fresh garlic, and ginger, every bite is bursting with umami goodness. A quick coat of arrowroot powder gives the chicken its irresistibly velvety texture, while sesame oil adds a nutty depth to the stir-fry. Ready in under 45 minutes, this one-pan wonder is perfect for busy weeknights and fits seamlessly into your Whole30 or paleo lifestyle. Top it off with a sprinkle of scallion greens, and you've got a light yet satisfying dish that’s as wholesome as it is delicious!

Nutriscore Rating: 67/100

Prep Time:20 mins

Cook Time:25 mins

Total Time:45 mins

Servings: 4

Ingredients

• 1 pound chicken breast
• 4 large zucchini
• 0.25 cup coconut aminos
• 2 tablespoons arrowroot powder
• 3 cloves garlic
• 1 inch piece ginger
• 4 stalks scallions
• 1 medium red bell pepper
• 2 large carrots
• 2 tablespoons sesame oil
• 2 tablespoons olive oil
• 0.5 teaspoon salt
• 0.25 teaspoon pepper

Directions

Step 1

Place the chicken breast in the freezer for 10 minutes to make slicing easier.

Step 2

Spiralize the zucchini into noodles and set aside.

Step 3

Remove the chicken from the freezer and thinly slice it against the grain.

Step 4

In a mixing bowl, combine the chicken slices with arrowroot powder, 1 tablespoon of coconut aminos, salt, and pepper. Mix well to coat.

Step 5

Mince the garlic and finely chop the ginger.

Step 6

Slice the scallions, separating the white parts from the green tops.

Step 7

Thinly slice the red bell pepper and julienne the carrots.

Step 8

Heat the olive oil over medium-high heat in a large skillet or wok.

Step 9

Add the chicken to the skillet, stirring frequently, and cook for 5-7 minutes until the chicken is browned and cooked through. Remove the chicken and set aside.

Step 10

In the same skillet, add the sesame oil, garlic, ginger, and the white parts of the scallions. Stir-fry for 30 seconds until fragrant.

Step 11

Add the red bell pepper and carrots. Stir-fry for 3-4 minutes until they begin to soften.

Step 12

Return the chicken to the skillet and add the remaining coconut aminos. Stir everything together.

Step 13

Gently fold in the zucchini noodles, cooking for another 2-3 minutes until the noodles are slightly tender.

Step 14

Garnish with the green parts of the scallions before serving.

Step 15

Serve immediately and enjoy your Whole30 Chicken Chow Fun!

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(1930.9g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	1753.1

Total Fat 76.0g	0%
Saturated Fat 13.1g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 17.5g
Cholesterol 390.1mg	0%
Sodium 13359.3mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 129.4g	0%
Dietary Fiber 17.1g	0%
Total Sugars 93.9g
Protein 141.5g	0%

Vitamin D 0IU	0%
Calcium 331.2mg	0%
Iron 7.7mg	0%
Potassium 4423.7mg	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: 38.7%

Protein: 32.0%

Carbs: 29.3%