Keto Chicken and Broccoli Stir Fry Recipe
This Keto Chicken and Broccoli Stir Fry is a quick and healthy low-carb meal featuring tender chicken strips and steamed broccoli tossed in a savory, slightly sweet sauce made with soy sauce, garlic, ginger, and a hint of erythritol. Perfect for those following a keto lifestyle looking for a flavorful and easy-to-make dinner.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 23 minutes
- Total Time: 33 minutes
- Yield: 3 servings
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: Asian
- Diet: Low Carb
Ingredients
Proteins and Vegetables
- 1 lb chicken breasts (skinless, boneless, cut into strips)
- 3 cups broccoli florets
Oils
- 1 tsp sesame oil
- 1 tbsp olive oil
Sauce
- ¼ cup chicken broth
- ½ cup low sodium soy sauce
- 3 tbsp erythritol
- 4 cloves garlic (minced)
- 1 tsp grated ginger
- ¼ tsp xanthan gum
Garnish
- 1 tbsp sesame seeds
Instructions
- Heat oils: Add sesame oil and olive oil to a skillet and heat over medium-high heat until shimmering.
- Cook chicken: Add the chicken strips to the hot skillet and cook for 7-10 minutes, stirring occasionally, until browned and fully cooked through.
- Steam broccoli: Remove the chicken from the pan. Add broccoli florets to the skillet, reduce heat to medium-low, cover, and let the broccoli steam until tender but still crisp, about 4-5 minutes.
- Combine chicken and broccoli: Return the cooked chicken to the skillet with the steamed broccoli.
- Make sauce: In a separate bowl, whisk together chicken broth, low sodium soy sauce, erythritol, minced garlic, grated ginger, and xanthan gum until well combined.
- Add sauce: Pour the sauce over the chicken and broccoli in the skillet, stirring to coat evenly.
- Simmer sauce: Cook the mixture for 2-3 more minutes, stirring frequently, until the sauce thickens and coats the chicken and broccoli nicely.
- Garnish and serve: Sprinkle sesame seeds over the stir fry before serving for a nutty crunch and extra flavor.
Notes
- Using xanthan gum helps thicken the sauce without adding carbs, ideal for keto diets.
- If you prefer spicier food, add a pinch of red pepper flakes to the sauce.
- To make this recipe gluten-free, ensure your soy sauce is tamari or a gluten-free variety.
- Leftovers can be stored in an airtight container in the fridge for up to 3 days.
