The finished dish glows with a medley of colors against the backdrop of a midnight-blue plate. Bright green bok choy leaves gather around tender chunks of brown stir-fried chicken, punctuated by dashes of red and yellow bell peppers. A sprinkle of sesame seeds across the top adds a final, delicate crunch.

Keto-friendly Szechuan Chicken Stir-Fry

Name: Keto-friendly Szechuan Chicken Stir-Fry
Prep time: 35 min
Cook time: 20 min
Total time: 55 min
Yield: 4 servings
Cuisine: Chinese
Ingredients: 600g Chicken thighs, boneless and skinless cut into bite-size pieces; 4 large heads Bok choy leaves separated; 1 medium Red bell pepper sliced; 1 medium Yellow bell pepper sliced; 6 Garlic cloves minced; 5 Green onions finely chopped; 4 tablespoons Szechuan sauce; 2 tablespoons Erythritol (or another Keto-friendly sweetener); 2 tablespoons Sesame seeds for garnish; 2 tablespoons Coconut oil

Vibrant, zesty, keto-friendly Chinese chicken stir-fry

Category Main Course

Prep 35 minutes

Cook 20 minutes

Style Chinese

Technique Stir Fry

Diet Friendly Keto

Daily recipe · October 05, 2025

A little about this dish

This recipe lights up the forgiving climate with a refreshing infusion of zest and vitality, creating a culinary experience that embodies the best of both traditional Chinese cuisine and the healthy approach of the Keto diet. Not your run-of-the-mill stir fry, this savory yet visually vibrant dish features star ingredients like bok choy, bell pepper, and pasture-raised chicken thighs marinated in aromatic Szechuan sauce.

Ingredients (for 4)

Chicken thighs, boneless and skinless — 600g — cut into bite-size pieces
Bok choy — 4 large heads — leaves separated
Red bell pepper — 1 medium — sliced
Yellow bell pepper — 1 medium — sliced
Garlic cloves — 6 — minced
Green onions — 5 — finely chopped
Szechuan sauce — 4 tablespoons
Erythritol (or another keto-friendly sweetener) — 2 tablespoons
Sesame seeds — 2 tablespoons — for garnish
Coconut oil — 2 tablespoons

Preparation

Step 1 — 🔪🍗🥣

Cut the chicken into bite-sized pieces and marinate it with Szechuan sauce and erythritol. Let it rest for 20 to 30 minutes to absorb the flavors.
Step 2 — 🔥🍳🧄

Heat the coconut oil in a wok or large skillet over medium-high heat. Add the minced garlic and stir fry for 30 seconds or until it releases a fragrant aroma.
Step 3 — 🍗🌡️🍳

Add the marinated chicken to the skillet and cook it until it's browned on all sides and thoroughly cooked.
Step 4 — 🥬🔥🍳

Arrange the bok choy leaves around the chicken. Cover the skillet and let it cook until the bok choy becomes wilted, which should take about 5 minutes.
Step 5 — 🫑🌶️🥬

Add sliced red and yellow bell pepper, and the chopped green onions to the skillet. Stir fry the veggies for 1 to 2 minutes until they become tender.
Step 6 — 🍽️💫🥗

Before serving, sprinkle the cooked dish with sesame seeds to add texture and flavor.

A final fox tip

Historically, Szechuan cuisine is known for its bold use of garlic and spicy peppers. Our Keto-friendly Szechuan Chicken Stir-Fry stays true to those roots, but with a healthful spin that appeals to modern dietary interests. If you fancy other vegetables, swap out bell peppers for broccoli or zucchini for a different range of nutritious greens. This is a one wok wonder, a godsend for busy weekdays. also a great cooking adventure for little hands as kids can help by washing the veggies and separating the leaves.