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Gestational Diabetes-Friendly Chicken Veggie Stir-Fry

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  • Author: Elina
  • Prep Time: 10 minutes
  • Cook Time: 15 minutes
  • Total Time: 25 minutes
  • Yield: 3 servings 1x
  • Category: Main Course
  • Method: Stir-Fry
  • Cuisine: Asian-Inspired
  • Diet: Diabetic

Description

A vibrant, low-carb stir-fry loaded with lean chicken breast and fiber-rich vegetables—perfectly balanced for blood sugar stability and packed with flavor.


Ingredients

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  • 1 tbsp olive oil
  • 2 boneless, skinless chicken breasts, thinly sliced
  • 1 cup broccoli florets
  • 1/2 cup red bell pepper, julienned
  • 1/2 cup green bell pepper, julienned
  • 1/2 cup carrot sticks
  • 1/2 cup snap peas
  • 1/4 cup white onion, thinly sliced
  • 2 cloves garlic, minced
  • 1 tbsp low-sodium soy sauce
  • 1 tbsp rice vinegar
  • 1/2 tsp ground ginger
  • Salt and pepper to taste
  • Optional: sesame seeds for garnish

Instructions

  1. Heat olive oil in a large skillet or wok over medium heat.
  2. Add chicken and cook until lightly browned and cooked through, about 5–7 minutes. Remove and set aside.
  3. In the same pan, add broccoli, bell peppers, carrots, snap peas, and onions. Stir-fry for 4–5 minutes until just tender.
  4. Add garlic, ginger, and cooked chicken back to the pan.
  5. Stir in soy sauce and rice vinegar. Toss to coat evenly and cook for another 2 minutes.
  6. Season with salt and pepper. Serve warm, optionally garnished with sesame seeds.

Notes

  • Use a nonstick skillet to reduce the need for extra oil.
  • Substitute with tamari for a gluten-free version.
  • Great for meal prepping—store in airtight containers for up to 3 days.

Nutrition

  • Serving Size: 1/3 of recipe
  • Calories: 270
  • Sugar: 5g
  • Sodium: 390mg
  • Fat: 11g
  • Saturated Fat: 2g
  • Unsaturated Fat: 8g
  • Trans Fat: 0g
  • Carbohydrates: 13g
  • Fiber: 4g
  • Protein: 30g
  • Cholesterol: 75mg