
Chicken Stir Fry
This Chicken Stir Fry provides 33g protein and 420 calories per serving across four servings—a lighter stir-fry option for controlled calorie intake. Quick prep time on the stovetop means 132g protein ready throughout your week without repetitive meal prep. Designed for anyone balancing protein density with the flexibility to adjust portion sizes day-to-day.
Ingredients
- •3 teaspoons kosher salt
- •Broccoli(113g)
- •Chicken Breast, Boneless Skinless(454g)
Boneless skinless. Buy in bulk and freeze — Costco rotisserie packs work too.
- •Cornstarch(45g)
- •Soy Sauce, Low Sodium(120g)
- •Sesame Oil, Toasted(15g)
- •Garlic(240g)
- •Ginger, Fresh Root(10g)
- •Brown sugar(60g)
- •Pinch of red pepper flakes (optional)
- •Avocado oil(15g)
- •Yellow Onion
- •Bell Pepper
- •Carrots
- •Green Onion (Scallion)
- •Sesame seeds
Instructions
- 1Cut the chicken breast into bite-sized pieces and coat evenly with the cornstarch in a medium bowl, tossing to distribute.
- 2Heat the avocado oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat until shimmering, about 2 minutes. Add the coated chicken and cook, stirring occasionally, until golden brown and internal temperature reaches 165°F, about 6–8 minutes. Transfer the chicken to a plate.
- 3In the same skillet, add the onion, carrots, and bell pepper; cook over medium-high heat, stirring occasionally, until they begin to soften and caramelize, about 4–5 minutes.
- 4Add the broccoli florets to the skillet and cook, stirring, for 2–3 minutes until bright green and slightly tender.
- 5In a small bowl, whisk together the soy sauce, sesame oil, minced garlic, minced ginger, brown sugar, and cornstarch until the cornstarch dissolves and no lumps remain.
- 6Pour the sauce over the vegetables in the skillet, add the cooked chicken back to the pan, and stir constantly over medium-high heat until the sauce thickens and coats all ingredients, about 2 minutes.
- 7Divide the stir fry evenly into 4 airtight containers while hot. Top each portion with green onions and sesame seeds.
- 8Let the containers cool to room temperature before sealing and refrigerating for up to 4 days.
Nutrition — Per Serving
420
calories
33g
protein
11g
fat
- Carbohydrates
- 49g
- Saturated fat
- 1.7g
- Sodium
- 1156 mg
- Dietary fiber
- 2.4g
4 servings per batch · ~268g each
Macro data sourced from USDA FoodData Central
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How much protein does Chicken Stir Fry have per serving?
Each serving delivers 33g of protein and 420 calories with 11g fat and 49g carbs. The carbohydrate content (49g) is notably higher than other stir fry variations, supporting active recovery and glycogen replenishment.
How long does Chicken Stir Fry take to prep?
This quick prep recipe batch-cooks 4 servings at once, making it efficient for prepping multiple dinners in one stovetop session. Fast cooking times keep total meal prep time minimal.
Is Chicken Stir Fry good for muscle gain?
At 33g protein, 420 calories, and 49g carbs per serving, this higher-carb variant is well-suited for muscle gain phases when you need carbohydrates to fuel training and support recovery. The carb-to-protein ratio aligns with post-workout nutrition principles.
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