Chicken with snow peas
Chicken with snow peas is a classic Chinese stir-fry dish featuring tender chicken slices and crisp snow peas, often cooked with garlic, ginger, and a savory sauce. It's a staple in Chinese cuisine, particularly in Cantonese cooking, and is popular worldwide for its quick preparation and balanced flavors.
🍽️ Nutrition at a glance
This dish is high in protein from the chicken and provides a good source of fiber and vitamins from the snow peas, with a moderate calorie count of around 250-350 per serving depending on the sauce and oil used.
Nutrition breakdown
| Calories | 250 kcal |
| Protein | 25 g |
| Carbs | 10 g |
| Fat | 12 g |
| Fiber | 3 g |
| Sugar | 3 g |
| Sodium | 600 mg |
| Potassium | 450 mg |
| Vitamin C | 30 mg |
| Vitamin A | 80 mcg |
| Iron | 2 mg |
| Calcium | 50 mg |
| Vitamin B6 | 0.5 mg |
| Niacin (B3) | 8 mg |
| Phosphorus | 200 mg |
Per 1 cup (240 g) · estimated, varies by recipe
💡 What's interesting
Culturally, it represents the Chinese principle of balancing textures and flavors, while nutritionally, it's a light yet satisfying meal that highlights the use of fresh vegetables in everyday cooking.
