Description
A quick Asian-inspired stir fry with lean ground chicken, garlic, ginger, and colorful vegetables. Balanced, high-protein, and customizable for nutrition goals.
Ingredients
450g ground chicken (93% lean for lower fat)
1/3 cup soy sauce (low-sodium preferred)
4 cloves garlic, minced (fresh garlic yields better flavor)
1 tbsp ginger, grated + extra for garnish (young ginger root is sweeter)
2 tbsp vegetable oil (rice bran oil or avocado oil work)
1 medium carrot, diced into 1/4” pieces
1 medium bell pepper (red or green), seeded and diced
1 tbsp sesame seeds, untoasted (for milder flavor)
Green onions, chopped (for garnish)
Instructions
Dice carrots and bell pepper into 1/4″ pieces, chop green onions. Measure soy sauce, ginger, and oil on separate plates.
Heat 1 tbsp oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat. Add ground chicken and stir constantly until no pink remains (8-10 minutes). Remove and place on a plate.
Heat remaining 1 tbsp oil in the same skillet over high heat. Add carrots and bell pepper, stir fry 3-4 minutes until tender-crisp. Return cooked chicken, add soy sauce, grated ginger, and green onions. Stir fry 1-2 minutes until flavors meld.
Transfer to a serving dish. Sprinkle with sesame seeds and extra grated ginger (if desired). Serve warm over steamed jasmine rice or noodles.
Notes
Use low-sodium soy sauce for lighter flavor control
Add broccoli or snap peas for extra crunch
Toasting the sesame seeds adds deeper flavor (skip for milder taste)
Garnish with sesame oil for a rich finish
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 125
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 200mg
- Fat: 5g
- Saturated Fat: 1g
- Carbohydrates: 8g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 20g
- Cholesterol: 50mg