20 min Air Fryer Keto Chicken Stir-Fry

20 minutes  best chicken meals for keto diet

Busy weeknights don't have to mean sacrificing flavor or your keto goals. This air fryer chicken stir-fry with broccoli and peppers is your new secret weapon! 

It's packed with juicy chicken, crisp vegetables, and a savory keto-friendly sauce, all cooked to perfection in under 20 minutes.

This recipe is a fantastic contender for our "best keto chicken meals" category. 

It's a delicious, satisfying option that's perfect for a quick and easy weeknight dinner. Plus, it's easily customizable with your favorite vegetables.

At a Glance:

• Cost: $7-9 (depending on chicken and vegetable prices)

• Prep Time: 10 minutes

• Cook Time: 10–12 minutes

• Total Time: 20–22 minutes

• Servings: 2

• Calories per Serving: 380 (approx.)

Ingredients:

• Chicken Powerhouse:

  • 1 pound boneless, skinless chicken breasts, cut into bite-sized pieces

• Veggie Medley:

  • 1 cup broccoli florets

  • 1 cup bell peppers (any color combination), sliced

• Flavorful Stir-Fry Sauce:

  • 1 tablespoon soy sauce (or tamari for a gluten-free option)

  • 1 tablespoon rice vinegar

  • 1 tablespoon sesame oil

  • 1 teaspoon sriracha sauce (adjust to your spice preference)

  • 1/2 teaspoon grated ginger

  • 1 clove garlic, minced

  • 1/4 teaspoon xanthan gum (thickener)

  • 1 tablespoon water

• Optional Extras:

  • 1 tablespoon avocado oil

  • Sesame seeds, for garnish

Instructions:

1. Prep the Chicken and Veggies

Wash and dry the chicken breasts. Cut them into bite-sized pieces. Wash and chop your broccoli florets and bell peppers.

2. Whisk Up the Sauce

In a small bowl, whisk together soy sauce, rice vinegar, sesame oil, sriracha sauce, ginger, garlic, xanthan gum, and water. Set aside.

3. Air Fry the Chicken (Optional)

For extra crispy chicken, preheat your air fryer to 400°F (200°C) and lightly coat the chicken pieces with avocado oil (if using). Spread the chicken in a single layer in your air fryer basket and cook for 5-7 minutes, or until golden brown and cooked through. Remove the chicken from the air fryer and set aside.

4. Air Fry the Veggies

 Add the broccoli and bell peppers to the air fryer basket. Cook for 5-7 minutes, or until tender-crisp, shaking the basket occasionally.

5. Combine and Coat

Transfer the cooked vegetables to a bowl. Add the cooked chicken (if pre-cooked in the air fryer) and the prepared sauce to the bowl. Toss everything together to coat the chicken and veggies evenly.

6. Heat and Serve

If the chicken wasn't pre-cooked in the air fryer, return the mixture to the air fryer basket and cook for an additional 2-3 minutes, or until the chicken is heated through.

Serving Suggestions:

• Transfer the stir-fry to plates and garnish with sesame seeds (optional).

• Serve immediately over cauliflower rice or with a side salad for a complete keto meal.

Tips:

• Don't overcrowd the air fryer basket when cooking the vegetables. This will steam them instead of crisping them. Cook in batches if necessary.

• Feel free to experiment with different vegetables. Chopped zucchini, mushrooms, or snow peas are all great options.

• For a thicker sauce, whisk in a bit more xanthan gum, but be careful not to add too much, as it can make the sauce slimy.

This air fryer keto chicken stir-fry is a weeknight lifesaver.

It's quick, easy, bursting with flavor, and perfectly keto-friendly. So ditch the takeout menus and whip up this satisfying dish in under 20 minutes! 

Your taste buds and your busy schedule will thank you