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prep time
6 min
cook time
13 min
ready time
19 min
Low Carb Sesame Chicken with Zucchini Chow Mein
This meal prep recipe can easily be double to fulfill a week a meal prepping! Chopped chicken is coated in a delicious sauce flavored with toasted sesame seeds, garlic, and a smidgen of peanut butter. A side of cooked zucchini is a low carb filler-upper. You won’t even miss the takeout!
Jessica L.
Net Carbs
6.6 g
Fiber
2.8 g
Total Carbs
9.6 g
Protein
31.1 g
Fats
22.5 g
359 cals
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Ingredients
Zucchini
14 ounce
Olive Oil
2 teaspoon
Chicken Breast
6 ounce
Olive Oil
2 teaspoon
Salt
0.25 teaspoon
Black Pepper
0.25 teaspoon
Olive Oil
2 teaspoon
Soy Sauce
1 teaspoon
Garlic
1 clove
Sesame Seeds
½ teaspoon, whole pieces
Peanut Butter
1 tablespoon
Ginger, Ground
0.25 teaspoon
Crushed Red Pepper by Simply Organic
¼ tsp
Green Onions
2 tablespoon, chopped
Recipe Steps
steps 9
19 min
Step 1
Prepare the zucchini by using a grater to make large shreds. The larger the shreds, the better, but the consistency is more important.Step 2
Heat the first amount of olive oil over high heat in a large skillet. Then, toss in the zucchini shreds. At this point, you can add a pinch of salt or other seasoning at your discretion, but it’s not necessary.Step 3
Cook the zucchini for 3-4 minutes, with an occasional stir. You want the zucchini cooked, but not mush. Divide the cooked zucchini between 2 meal prep containers.Step 4
Next, chop the chicken breast into bite-sized pieces, removing any fat you don’t want.Step 5
Heat the second amount of olive oil on high heat in the same large skillet. Toss in the chicken, and cook it with the salt and pepper until just cooked through and a little browned on the outside.Step 6
Once done, transfer the cooked chicken to a bowl or plate on the side for later. Return the skillet back to the stove on a very low heat. Combine the third amount of olive oil, the soy sauce, the garlic (minced), and the sesame seeds.Step 7
Cook the skillet on low heat for about 30 seconds or until the sesame seeds and garlic are fragrant. Then, stir in the peanut butter, ginger, and red pepper. Cover the skillet with a lid, and let the sauce simmer for just 1 minute.Step 8
Return the chicken to the skillet. Chop and stir in the green onion as well. Let the sauce coat the chicken and heat through.Step 9
Divide the chicken and sauce between the two meal prep containers. Enjoy for a healthy keto lunch!
Comments
JusLy UK 3 years ago
Delicious 😋
Michelle 3 years ago
Delicious! My 21 year old loved it.
JG 4 years ago
Can i use firm tofu instead of chicken?
Mimi43 5 years ago
I liked it
SherrieMcL 5 years ago
Has anyone made this without the PB?
Brojas 3 years ago
Yes! I did and it tastes great
Anonymous 5 years ago
I had to make some adjustments. I used thigh meat. I increased the sesame seeds to 1/2tbsp. And for the 3rd amount if oil I used 1/2tbsp sesame oil (instead of 1/4c olive oil) and after I added the peanut butter added some water to make a thick sauce. I also reduced the amount if Chile peppers. It was pretty good with these adjustments and easy less fat and calories!
AmronO 5 years ago
Delicious!
snsasser3615 5 years ago
So good!! My fav recipe so far
SkyX 6 years ago
I could eat this every day!! it is so delicious!