Name: Low Carb Stir Fry (gluten free)
Prep time: 10 min
Cook time: 30 min
Ingredients: 1 pound boneless skinless chicken breasts (cut into bite-sized pieces); 1 tablespoon olive oil; 1/2 onion chopped; 1 green bell pepper chopped; 1/2 cup green beans trimmed and cut into 1-inch pieces; 1/4 cup gluten free sweet chili sauce; 1/4 cup cashews; 1/2 cup white or brown rice (cooked); 1/2 cup cauliflower rice (cooked)

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This low carb stir fry is made with simple ingredients that you probably already have on hand, and it can be on the table in just 30 minutes. This low carb stir fry is very easy to make. The only real cooking involved is stir-frying the chicken and vegetables. The sauce is an easy store bought sauce you can find in any grocery store. I used a store bought sauce here to save time since this is an easy weeknight meal!

This low carb stir fry is made with gluten free thai chili sauce, cashews, chicken, pepers, onions and green beans and is served with rice. This is a gluten free recipe and a dairy free recipe. You can make it a nut free recipe by omitting the cashews. You can make it a vegetarian recipe by omitting the chicken.

Thai Sweet and Sour Chicken served with rice

WHY YOU’LL LOVE THIS RECIPE

Packed with veggies: This low carb stir fry is packed with vegetables, so it’s a great way to get your daily dose of fruits and vegetables. The chicken and vegetables are stir-fried together in a delicious sauce, so they’re cooked to perfection and full of flavor.
You can add any extra veggies you have laying around!
No need to make your own sauce: The sauce for this dish is made with a few simple ingredients that you can find at any grocery store. There’s no need to make your own sauce, which saves you time and hassle.
Easy to meal prep: This dish is easy to meal prep. Simply cook the chicken and vegetables, and then store the sauce separately. When you’re ready to eat, simply reheat the chicken and vegetables and stir in the sauce.
Quick weeknight dinner: This dish is a great option for a quick weeknight dinner. It can be on the table in just 30 minutes, so you can have a delicious and satisfying meal without spending hours in the kitchen.
It is gluten free. It is easy to make gluten free by using a gluten free sweet chili sauce. If you are not gluten free you can use any sauce you want.
This is a naturally dairy free recipe. It is perfect for people who do not consume dairy products.
This recipe is easy to make low carb. Make this low carb stir fry a low carb stir fry by using brown rice or using a combination of brown rice and cauliflower rice.

INGREDIENTS & SUBSTITUTIONS

TASTE & TEXTURE

The flavor of this low carb stir fry is sweet, sour and spicy. The chicken is tender and juicy, with a crispy exterior. The vegetables are crisp and flavorful. The cashews add a nutty crunch, and the cilantro adds a fresh flavor. The rice is soft and fluffy. The chicken is tender and juicy.The vegetables are crisp and flavorful. The onions add a sweetness, the bell peppers add a slight spice, and the green beans add a freshness.The sauce is sweet, sour, and slightly spicy because it is made with sweet chili sauce, rice vinegar, and brown sugar. The cashews add a nutty crunch, and the cilantro adds a fresh flavor.The rice is soft and fluffy because it is cooked in a rice cooker or on the stovetop until all of the water has been absorbed.

DIRECTIONS

STEP 1

On a cutting board, slice the chicken into 1/2″ strips. In a pan, add the chicken and 1/2 the olive oil. Sautee the chicken until fully cooked. Remove from heat and set aside.

STEP 2

Next, heat 1/2 the olive oil, the onion, bell pepper, and green beans to the skillet and cook, stirring occasionally, until softened, about 5 minutes.

STEP 3

Add the chicken back to the frying pan with the vegetables. Stir in the sweet chili sauce. Let the low carb stir fry simmer for 3-5 minutes, or until the sauce and chicken is hot. Stir in the cashews. Serve immediately over rice.

EXPERT TIPS & TRICKS

You can customize the low carb stir fry to your liking. For example, you can add different vegetables, such as carrots, broccoli, or mushrooms. You can also add different spices, such as ginger, garlic, or chili powder.

The low carb stir fry is a great dish to make ahead of time. Simply cook the chicken and vegetables, and then store the sauce separately. When you’re ready to eat, simply reheat the chicken and vegetables and stir in the sauce.

HOW TO MAKE THIS LOWER CARB

This recipe is easy to make low carb. Make this low carb stir fry a low carb stir fry by using brown rice or using a combination of brown rice and cauliflower rice.

HOW TO MAKE THIS NUT FREE

You can make it a nut free recipe by omitting the cashews.

HOW TO MAKE THIS VEGETARIAN

You can make it a vegetarian recipe by omitting the chicken.

HOW TO SERVE & STORE

To serve: Serve low carb stir fry over rice. Garnish with cashews. Serve immediately.

To store: Store the low carb stir fry in the refrigerator for up to 3 days To store, let the chicken cool completely. Then, place it in an airtight container When you’re ready to eat, reheat the chicken in the microwave or on the stovetop.

To freeze: Store the low carb stir fry for up to 2 months. To freeze, let the chicken cool completely. Then, place it in a freezer-safe container. When you’re ready to eat, thaw the chicken overnight in the refrigerator. Then, reheat it in the microwave or on the stovetop.