LOW CARB CHICKEN ASPARAGUS STIR FRY
If you’re in search of a vibrant and nutritious meal that can be whipped up in no time, look no further than this LOW CARB CHICKEN ASPARAGUS STIR FRY. Bursting with flavor and packed with lean protein, this dish is perfect for busy weeknights when you want to serve something healthy without spending hours in the kitchen. The combination of tender chicken, crisp asparagus, and colorful bell peppers make it visually appealing as well as delicious.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Total Time: 25 minutes
- Yield: Approximately 4 servings 1x
- Category: Main
- Method: Frying
- Cuisine: Asian
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 lb skinless chicken breasts, cut into bite-size cubes
- 1 tbsp olive oil
- 1 red bell pepper, cut into strips
- 1 lb asparagus, cut into pieces
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 1/4 cup liquid aminos
- 1 lemon, juiced
- 1/4 tsp black pepper
- Optional: 1/8 tsp xanthan gum for thickening
Instructions
- Heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat. Add chicken and brown on all sides until nearly cooked through.
- Stir in red bell pepper and asparagus; cook until crisp-tender.
- Add minced garlic, liquid aminos, lemon juice, and black pepper; cook until everything is well combined.
- If desired, sprinkle xanthan gum to thicken the sauce and stir until evenly coated.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 240
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 410mg
- Fat: 9g
- Saturated Fat: 1g
- Unsaturated Fat: 6g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 9g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 34g
- Cholesterol: 85mg