I love Asian food. Sadly, when you are on a strict low carb plan like Keto, Asian restaurants are pretty much out of the question since just about everything is loaded with sugar and starches.
I have a few low carb Asian recipes here on the blog, like the General Tso’s Meatballs (or wings), and Orange Chicken, but not nearly enough of them.
With that in mind, I decided to go the stir fry route, which would include vegetables and make a complete meal.
One super easy and under utilized product is the broccoli slaw that you can find bagged in your grocers produce section. It doesn’t taste overtly of broccoli, and it’s pretty low carb for a veggie – 3g net carbs for 3/4 cup.
I’m using it in the stir fry, and also in a slaw that I’m posting later this week. They will both be featured on the Week Three Keto 7 Day Menu Plan.
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Because most of your veggies are from this slaw, this dish is incredibly easy to throw together – it literally takes just 15 minutes (or less) from beginning to end. Almost faster than takeout, and certainly healthier for you!
PrintEasy Low Carb Chicken Stir Fry Recipe (Gluten Free)
- Yield: 2 servings 1x
Description
An easy low carb, dairy free, gluten free, and keto friendly recipe for chicken stir fry! Get your Asian fix the healthy way!
Ingredients
- 1 Tbsp sesame oil
- 2 boneless skinless chicken thighs
- 1 Tbsp fresh ginger, minced
- 1/4 cup gluten free soy sauce (tamari)
- 1/2 cup water
- 1 tsp onion powder
- 1/2 tsp garlic powder
- 1 tsp red pepper flakes
- 1 Tbsp granulated sugar substitute
- 1/2 tsp xanthan gum
- 2 heaping cups bagged broccoli slaw mix
- 1/2 cup chopped scallions
Instructions
- Slice the chicken thighs into thin pieces or strips. In a large saute pan, stir fry the chicken and minced ginger in the sesame oil for 2 – 3 minutes. Add the soy sauce, water, onion powder, garlic powder, red pepper flakes, sugar substitute, and xanthan gum. Stir well and simmer for 5 minutes. Add the slaw and the scallions and toss to coat – simmer for 2 minutes or until al dente. Don’t overcook or it will be mushy.
Notes
Approx nutrition info per serving: 219 calories, 10g fat, 5.5g net carbs, 19g protein
Nutrition
- Serving Size: Approximately 1 1/2 cups or half the batch
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Eric Bartlett says
I don’t normally take time to rate or comment on recipes, but i had to make an exception on this one. I am new to keto living. I know that veg is important and even though it is usually loaded with it; stirfry has let me down on flavor, texture and how filling it can be. On this type of diet, i want every point on my macros to mean something and not leave me bored or hungry. This recipe is spicy, flavorful, and filling! I am so glad I gave this a try. I am kind of picky and i wouldn’t change a thing. I really enjoyed the low carb chicken stirfry! I have to warn you though, it is a bit spicy for some. ;)
★★★★★
Kate says
Great flavor! Subbed honey for the sugar sub and added raw cashew. Very tasty!
★★★★
Liana W says
Made this following the recipe with the exception of using 3 thighs. It is easy, fast and delicious. Seriously did not expect that much flavor. The balance of crunch and meat really mimics the Chinese I was craving. Heads up if you don’t like spice just adjust the pepper flakes a bit, but I really think it is spot on perfect.
★★★★★
Jon Horgan says
Made as written. Great balance of spice, sweet, crunch, and chew! Whole family loved it. Wife ate it on top of cauli-rice. Saving this one for sure.
★★★★★
Ana says
Wonderful recipe! I was craving something Asian and this hit the spot. Thanks for sharing.
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