Chicken stir fry with cauliflower rice
Total WW Points per serving: 6 points
Ingredients (Serves 4):
- Chicken Breast: 1 lb (skinless, boneless)
- Cauliflower Rice: 4 cups (fresh or frozen)
- Olive Oil: 1 tbsp
- Carrots: 1 medium, julienned
- Bell Pepper: 1, sliced
- Onion: 1 small, thinly sliced
- Garlic: 2 cloves, minced
- Ginger: 1 tbsp, freshly grated
- Low-Sodium Soy Sauce: 3 tbsp
- Rice Vinegar: 1 tbsp
- Sesame Oil: 1 tsp
- Frozen Peas: 1/2 cup (optional)
- Green Onions: 2, chopped for garnish
- Sesame Seeds: 1 tsp (optional)
Instructions:
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Cook the Chicken:
- Heat 1 tbsp of olive oil in a large skillet or wok over medium-high heat.
- Season chicken breasts with salt and pepper. Cook for about 6-7 minutes on each side until golden brown and fully cooked.
- Remove from the skillet, let it rest for a couple of minutes, and then slice into thin strips.
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Prepare the Cauliflower Rice:
- In the same skillet, add the cauliflower rice. Sauté for 3-4 minutes until tender. You can also microwave or steam it if you prefer.
- Season with a pinch of salt and set aside.
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Stir-Fry the Veggies:
- Add a bit more oil if needed to the skillet and sauté onions, carrots, and bell pepper for about 4-5 minutes until they start to soften.
- Add garlic and ginger, cook for another minute until fragrant.
- Stir in the peas (if using), then add the cooked chicken back into the skillet.
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Combine Everything:
- Drizzle in soy sauce, rice vinegar, and sesame oil. Stir everything well until it’s fully coated and heated through.
- Taste and adjust seasoning if necessary.
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Serve:
- Plate the cauliflower rice and top it with the chicken and vegetable stir fry.
- Garnish with green onions and sesame seeds, if desired.