Chicken Stir Fry Heart Healthy Recipe

Name: Chicken Stir Fry Heart Healthy Recipe
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 2 chicken breasts, cut in bite size pcs; 1 c. carrots, cut diagonally; 1 c. broccoli flowerettes and stems; 1 c. celery, cut diagonally; 1 green pepper, diced; 1 red pepper, diced (optional); 1 med. sweet onion, sliced in rings; 1/2 c. chunk pineapple (save juice); Sweet and sour sauce; Slivered almonds (garnish); Rice

Servings: persons

1
Boil chicken in water till almost done.
2
Strain.
3
Save juice.
4
Add in pineapple juice to make about 1 1/2 c.. Add in 3 Tbsp.
5
sweet and sour sauce.
6
Thicken with arrow root (or possibly cornstarch).
7
Cook till slightly thick, cover and keep hot.
8
Use a wok and saute/fry carrots, push aside, saute/fry broccoli, push aside, saute/fry celery, push aside, saute/fry green and red peppers, push aside, saute/fry onion.
9
Secret is to undercook vegetables so they stay crisp.
10
Add in pineapple and cooked chicken.
11
Mix thoroughly.
12
Add in warm liquids and mix again.
13
Garnish with slivered almonds.
14
Serve with rice.

178

kcal

Calories

Fat

Carbs

Protein

Fat Carbs Protein

* Per serving · 4 servings · Values may vary.

Tips for the best results

Read through all the steps once before you start and measure out your ingredients first — it makes everything go more smoothly.
Taste as you go and adjust the seasoning before serving.
Avoid overcrowding the pan — cook in batches if needed for the best texture.
Let the dish rest for a few minutes before serving so the flavors settle.
Store leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge and enjoy within a few days.

Variations & substitutions

Leave out the nuts to make it nut-free, or swap in seeds for a similar crunch.

No specific allergen information. Please check the ingredient list for possible allergens.

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This recipe makes 4 servings. You can adjust the portion size directly on this page.

You need 11 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 2 chicken breasts, cut in bite size pcs, 1 c. carrots, cut diagonally, 1 c. broccoli flowerettes and stems, 1 c. celery, cut diagonally, and more.

Yes, Chicken Stir Fry Heart Healthy Recipe falls under the Meat & Poultry category and is a great choice for this type of meal.

Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3–4 days. Reheat gently before serving.

That's it — enjoy your meal!