Keto Chicken Stir-Fry

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5 from 47 votes
Prep: 20 minutes
Cook: 20 minutes
Total: 40 minutes

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Keto Chicken Stir-Fry is healthy, but also tasty and super easy to make. Perfect for those watching their weight, and also anyone who loves a wonderful chicken dish.

Keto Chicken Stir-Fry on a plate with a fork on the side.

This Keto Chicken Stir-Fry only takes minutes, and is perfect for people on a keto diet. Perfect for busy weeknights.


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What We Love About This Ketogenic Recipe

This super healthy low-carb recipe takes only minutes and is so easy. If your family is a fan of Chinese food, they will love this simple Asian recipe. It’s much healthier and cheaper than the one you get in a Chinese restaurant.

  • 20 Minute Meal: The chicken in the savory keto stir fry sauce is fast and easy.
  • Easy Ingredients: All found in pantry or fridge.
  • Family Friendly: Healthy and tasty, an easy dinner everyone will love.
  • Adaptable: Can make it with different vegetables, so add your favorites.

Ingredient Notes

  • Chicken Tenderloins: Cut the chicken into bite size pieces
  • Peppers: Green Bell Pepper and Red Bell Pepper, chop the bell peppers into large pieces
  • Onion: Chop the onion in uniform pieces
  • Salt and Pepper: to taste
  • Olive Oil

For the sauce:

  • Sesame oil: This really adds flavor to the sauce
  • Chicken broth: Use a bone broth for more protein
  • Soy sauce: Lower the sodium by using a low sodium version, even try coconut aminos
  • Brown sugar: You can use a sugar alternative
  • Garlic: Fresh garlic, minced
  • Ginger paste: Or fresh minced ginger
Keto Chicken Stir-Fry on a plate.

Equipment Needed

  • Large Skillet
  • Cutting Board
  • Chef’s Knife
  • Measuring Cups
  • Measuring Spoons

How to Make Keto Chicken Stir-Fry

These are the basic steps for making low carb vegetables and chicken. Please refer to the recipe card below for more detailed instructions and nutrition information.

STEP 1: HEAT

Begin by heating oil in a pan, then add the chicken to the skillet, and season with salt and pepper to taste. Next, sauté the chicken until it is about halfway cooked.

a collage of 3 images showing how to cook the chicken and vegetables for Chicken Stir-Fry.

STEP 2: VEGGIES

Then, mix the peppers and onions into the skillet. Sauté until the vegetables begin to become tender, and the chicken is cooked through

a collage of 4 images showing how to make the sauce for Keto Chicken Stir Fry.

STEP 3: SAUCE

Meanwhile, in a bowl, whisk together the ingredients for the sauce. Lastly, pour the sauce over the chicken and vegetables, and sauté for several minutes before serving.

Prep and Storage Tips

HOW TO MAKE THIS RECIPE AHEAD OF TIME

This is a good stir-fry for meal prep. Make and place in airtight containers and store in the refrigerator.

HOW TO STORE THIS RECIPE

Store the keto stir-fry in the refrigerator and keep for up to five days.

HOW TO FREEZE THIS RECIPE

Place in the freezer for up to six months in a freezer bag or in an airtight container.

HOW TO REHEAT THIS RECIPE

Reheat on the stovetop or in the microwave oven.

Frequently Asked Questions

HOW TO MAKE THIS RECIPE HEALTHIER?

Try using an avocado oil and a tamari soy sauce for the easy keto low carb chicken dish.

CAN I SUBSTITUTE DIFFERENT FRESH VEGETABLES?

Of course, by changing the fresh veggies you can change your net carbs. So, if you are on strict keto, make sure you calculate the grams of carbs in your low-carb vegetables.

CAN THIS RECIPE BE DOUBLED OR HALVED?

Indeed, you can make this keto stir fry recipe for the whole family. The recipe is delicious and perfect for all ages.

Keto Chicken Stir Fry on a plate with a fork on the side.

Expert Tips for Making This Recipe

  • Different Chicken: Use whole chicken breasts or boneless, skinless chicken thighs for this low-carb stir fry.
  • Short cut tip: Prep and cut your fresh vegetables in advance and keep in airtight containers in the refrigerator until you are ready to make this delicious meal.
  • Variation tip: Try cabbage, snap peas, mushrooms or other vegetables.
  • Top: Finish with sesame seeds or sliced green onions for garnish.
  • Dietary consideration tip: Feel free to use a gluten-free soy sauce for this low carb chicken stir-fry.

What to Serve with Keto Chicken Stir-Fry

  • Cauliflower Rice
  • Broccoli
  • Brown Rice

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5 from 47 votes

Keto Chicken Stir-Fry

Yield: 4 servings
Prep: 20 minutes
Cook: 20 minutes
Total: 40 minutes
Keto Chicken Stir-Fry is healthy, but also tasty and super easy to make. Perfect for those watching their weight, and also anyone who loves a wonderful chicken dish.
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Equipment

  • Large Skillet
  • Cutting Board
  • Chef's Knife
  • Measuring Cups
  • Measuring Spoons

Ingredients

  • 1 pound Chicken tenderloins , cut into pieces
  • ½ Green bell pepper , chopped largely
  • ½ Red bell pepper , chopped largely
  • ½ Medium onion, chopped
  • Salt and pepper, to taste
  • 2 Tablespoons Olive oil
  • For the sauce:
  • 1 teaspoon Sesame oil
  • ¼ cup Chicken broth
  • 3 Tablespoons Soy sauce
  • 2 teaspoons Brown sugar
  • 2 teaspoons Minced garlic
  • 2 teaspoons Ginger paste
  • Pepper to taste

Instructions

  • Heat the olive oil in a large skillet over medium high heat on the stove.
  • Add the chicken to the skillet, and season with salt and pepper to taste.
  • Saute the chicken until it is about halfway cooked.
  • Mix the peppers and onions into the skillet, and saute until the vegetables begin to become tender, and the chicken is cooked through.
  • In a bowl, whisk together the ingredients for the sauce.
  • Pour the sauce over the chicken and vegetables, and saute for several minutes before serving.

Expert Tips

 
  • Different Chicken: Use whole chicken breasts or boneless, skinless chicken thighs for this low-carb stir fry.
  • Short cut tip: Prep and cut your fresh vegetables in advance and keep in airtight containers in the refrigerator until you are ready to make this delicious meal.
  • Variation tip: Try cabbage, snap peas, mushrooms or other vegetables.
  • Top: Finish with sesame seeds or sliced green onions for garnish.
  • Dietary consideration tip: Feel free to use a gluten-free soy sauce for this low carb chicken stir fry.

Estimated Nutritional Information

Calories: 232kcal | Carbohydrates: 8g | Protein: 26g | Fat: 10g | Saturated Fat: 2g | Polyunsaturated Fat: 2g | Monounsaturated Fat: 5g | Trans Fat: 0.01g | Cholesterol: 73mg | Sodium: 898mg | Potassium: 551mg | Fiber: 1g | Sugar: 4g | Vitamin A: 555IU | Vitamin C: 34mg | Calcium: 21mg | Iron: 1mg
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Course: Main Course
Cuisine: Asian Inspired

This recipe is my personal adaption of an ethnic inspired recipe. It is not intended to be an authentic recipe.  I’ve recreated this recipe because I enjoy the flavors and I want to encourage my readers to expand their tastes and try new flavor combinations. The recipe, ingredients and processes may have been adapted to make the recipe accessible for the average American. I have provided links to authentic versions of the recipe in the post above. I encourage you to visit these pages and learn more about the traditional version(s) of this recipe.

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