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Gestational Diabetes-Friendly Chicken Stir Fry

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A quick, nourishing, and diabetes-friendly chicken stir fry packed with lean protein and fiber-rich veggies, perfect for managing blood sugar during pregnancy.

Ingredients

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  • 1 lb (450 g) chicken breast, sliced thin
  • 2 medium bell peppers, any color, chopped
  • 2 cups (150 g) broccoli florets, chopped
  • 1 large carrot, thinly sliced
  • 3 stalks green onion, chopped (separate white and green parts)
  • 3 cloves garlic, minced
  • 1 tbsp fresh ginger, grated
  • 3 tbsp low-sodium soy sauce
  • 1 tsp sesame oil
  • 2 tbsp olive oil or avocado oil
  • ¼ tsp red chili flakes (optional)
  • 1 tbsp fresh lime juice
  • Salt and pepper to taste

Instructions

  1. Prep your ingredients: slice chicken into thin strips about ¼ inch thick; chop bell peppers, broccoli florets, carrot, and green onions; mince garlic and grate ginger.
  2. Make the sauce by mixing low-sodium soy sauce, sesame oil, fresh lime juice, and optional red chili flakes in a small bowl; set aside.
  3. Heat wok or large skillet over medium-high heat; add olive or avocado oil and heat until shimmering but not smoking.
  4. Add chicken in a single layer; cook without moving for 2 minutes, then stir and cook until no pink remains, about 5-7 minutes total; remove chicken and set aside.
  5. In the same pan, add a little more oil if needed; stir-fry garlic, ginger, and white parts of green onion for 30 seconds until fragrant.
  6. Add broccoli, carrots, and bell peppers; stir-fry over high heat for 4-5 minutes until veggies are tender but still crisp.
  7. Return chicken to pan; pour sauce over ingredients and toss to coat evenly; cook 2-3 minutes until sauce thickens slightly and flavors meld; adjust salt and pepper to taste.
  8. Remove from heat; garnish with green parts of green onions; serve immediately with optional lime wedge.

Notes

Use tamari or coconut aminos for gluten-free option. Avoid overcrowding pan to ensure proper searing. Add cornstarch slurry if sauce is too thin. Reheat leftovers gently in skillet to preserve veggie texture.

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