High-Protein Chicken Stir-Fry (Printable)

Nutrient-packed chicken stir-fry with fresh vegetables and a zesty sesame-ginger dressing.

# What You Need:

→ Protein

01 - 1.1 lb skinless chicken breast, cut into bite-sized strips

→ Marinade

02 - 2 tbsp low-sodium soy sauce or tamari
03 - 1 tbsp sesame oil
04 - 1 tbsp fresh ginger, grated
05 - 2 garlic cloves, minced

→ Vegetables

06 - 1 red bell pepper, thinly sliced
07 - 1 yellow bell pepper, thinly sliced
08 - 2 medium carrots, julienned
09 - 3.5 oz sugar snap peas, trimmed
10 - 3.5 oz baby spinach
11 - 4 spring onions, sliced
12 - 1 small cucumber, sliced

→ Dressing

13 - 2 tbsp rice vinegar
14 - 1 tbsp sesame oil
15 - 1 tbsp low-sodium soy sauce or tamari
16 - 1 tbsp honey or maple syrup
17 - 1 tsp fresh ginger, grated
18 - 1 tsp toasted sesame seeds

→ Toppings

19 - 2 tbsp toasted cashews or peanuts, roughly chopped
20 - 1 tbsp fresh coriander (cilantro), chopped
21 - 1 tsp black sesame seeds (optional)

# Directions:

01 - In a bowl, combine chicken strips with soy sauce, sesame oil, grated ginger, and minced garlic. Toss thoroughly and let marinate for 10 minutes.
02 - Heat a large non-stick skillet or wok over medium-high heat. Add the marinated chicken and stir-fry for 5 to 7 minutes until golden and cooked through. Remove from pan and set aside.
03 - In the same skillet, add bell peppers, carrots, and sugar snap peas. Stir-fry for 3 to 4 minutes until tender-crisp.
04 - Whisk together rice vinegar, sesame oil, soy sauce, honey or maple syrup, grated ginger, and toasted sesame seeds in a small bowl.
05 - Divide baby spinach and cucumber evenly among four bowls. Top with cooked chicken, stir-fried vegetables, and sliced spring onions.
06 - Drizzle the sesame-ginger dressing over each bowl. Sprinkle with chopped nuts, fresh coriander, and optional black sesame seeds. Serve immediately.

# Expert Advice:

01 -
  • High in protein& all fresh ingredients
  • Quick and easy to prepare
02 -
  • Contains soy& sesame and nuts (cashews or peanuts)
  • For gluten-free use tamari instead of soy sauce
03 -
  • Marinate the chicken for at least 10 minutes for better flavor
  • Use fresh vegetables for maximum crunch and nutrition
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