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A vibrant bowl of colorful stir-fry featuring lean chicken breast strips, bright bell peppers, broccoli florets, and snap peas, lightly glazed with a glossy garlic-ginger soy sauce, served over a small mound of fluffy whipped cauliflower rice in a rustic white ceramic bowl on a light oak dining table against a soft neutral backdrop with subtle shadows.

High-Protein Low-Calorie Chicken Stir-Fry with Mixed Veggies

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A healthy, high-protein weeknight dinner that’s low in calories but big on flavor and satisfaction.

  • Total Time: 25 minutes
  • Yield: 4 servings

Ingredients

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  • 14 oz (400g) boneless skinless chicken breast, sliced into thin strips
  • 1 tbsp olive oil
  • 2 cups broccoli florets
  • 1 cup sliced bell peppers (mixed colors)
  • 1 cup snap peas
  • ½ cup sliced mushrooms
  • 2 cloves garlic, minced
  • 1 tbsp fresh ginger, grated
  • 2 tbsp low-sodium soy sauce or tamari
  • 1 tsp sesame oil
  • ¼ tsp red pepper flakes (optional)
  • 1 cup whipped cauliflower rice (see note)
  • Salt & black pepper to taste

Instructions

  1. Season chicken strips with salt and pepper. Heat olive oil in a large skillet or wok over medium-high heat. Cook chicken 4–5 minutes until golden and cooked through. Remove and set aside.
  2. In the same pan, add broccoli, peppers, snap peas, and mushrooms. Sauté 4–5 minutes until crisp-tender.
  3. Add garlic and ginger, cook 30 seconds until fragrant.
  4. Stir in soy sauce, sesame oil, and red pepper flakes. Return chicken to pan and toss to coat. Cook 1–2 minutes until heated through.
  5. Serve hot over whipped cauliflower rice.

Notes

  • To make whipped cauliflower rice: Pulse 2 cups riced cauliflower in a food processor until fine. Steam 3 minutes, then drain well. Whirl in a food processor with 1 tbsp butter or olive oil until fluffy.
  • For extra protein: add ¼ cup chopped roasted peanuts or edamame.
  • Prep Time: 10 minutes
  • Cook Time: 15 minutes
  • Method: Stir-fry
  • Cuisine: Asian-inspired
  • Diet: High Protein, Low Calorie, Gluten-Free (use tamari)

Nutrition

  • Serving Size: 1 serving
  • Calories: 245 Kcal
  • Sugar: 5g
  • Sodium: 480mg
  • Fat: 9g
  • Saturated Fat: 2g
  • Unsaturated Fat: 6g
  • Trans Fat: 0g
  • Carbohydrates: 18g
  • Fiber: 5g
  • Protein: 26g
  • Cholesterol: 65mg
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