Here’s your High-Protein Chicken Stir-Fry with Low-Carb Noodles 🍜💪
Big flavor, low carbs, and perfect for meal prep.
🍜 Chicken Stir-Fry with Low-Carb Noodles (High-Protein)
🍽 Makes: 4 servings
Low-carb | High-protein | Meal-prep friendly
🥩 Ingredients
Protein:
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1.5 lbs boneless skinless chicken breast, sliced thin
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1 tbsp soy sauce (or coconut aminos)
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1 tsp cornstarch (optional for tenderness)
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1 tsp sesame oil
Veggies:
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1 red bell pepper, sliced
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1 cup broccoli florets
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1 cup snap peas
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1 small carrot, julienned
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2 cloves garlic, minced
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1 tsp fresh grated ginger
Noodles (choose one):
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2 packs shirataki noodles (very low carb)
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OR hearts of palm noodles
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OR high-protein edamame spaghetti (higher protein option)
Sauce:
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¼ cup low-sodium soy sauce
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2 tbsp oyster sauce (or hoisin low-carb)
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1 tbsp rice vinegar
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1 tbsp chili garlic sauce (optional)
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½ cup chicken broth
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1 tsp sesame oil
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1 scoop (unflavored) collagen or protein powder (optional boost)
👩🍳 Instructions
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Prep noodles:
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Rinse shirataki very well.
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Dry sauté in pan 3–4 minutes to remove moisture.
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Cook chicken:
Heat large skillet or wok over medium-high.
Add 1 tsp oil.
Cook chicken 4–5 minutes until browned. Remove and set aside. -
Stir-fry veggies:
Add garlic + ginger for 30 seconds.
Add vegetables and cook 3–4 minutes (keep slightly crisp). -
Make sauce:
Mix all sauce ingredients in bowl. -
Combine:
Return chicken to pan.
Add noodles and sauce.
Toss 2–3 minutes until coated and slightly thickened. -
Garnish with sesame seeds and green onions.
📊 Nutrition (Per Serving – Shirataki Version)
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Calories: ~330
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Protein: 45–50g
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Carbs: 8–10g net
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Fat: 9g
(Edamame noodles increase protein to ~55g per serving)
💡 Pro Tips
✔ Slice chicken thin against the grain
✔ Don’t overcook veggies
✔ For thicker sauce: add ½ tsp xanthan gum
✔ Want spicy? Add sriracha or crushed red pepper
