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Chicken Zucchini Stir Fry

Quick Chicken Zucchini Stir Fry: A Fresh Weeknight Delight

Enjoy a delicious Chicken Zucchini Stir Fry, ready in under 30 minutes, combining tender chicken and vibrant zucchini in a savory sauce.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 20 minutes
Total Time 30 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Dinner
Cuisine: Asian
Calories: 300
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Chicken
  • 1 pound boneless skinless chicken breast Can substitute with chicken thighs, shrimp, or tofu
For the Vegetables
  • 1 medium zucchini Can swap for mushrooms or snap peas
  • 1 medium red bell pepper Optional, adds sweetness and color
For the Sauce
  • 2-3 cloves garlic Minced, for flavor
  • 3 tablespoons soy sauce Or tamari for gluten-free
  • 1 tablespoon oyster sauce Optional; can replace with extra soy sauce
  • 1 tablespoon honey Or brown sugar for sweetness
  • 1 tablespoon sesame oil For flavor depth
For Cooking
  • 2 tablespoons vegetable oil For stir-frying
  • to taste salt
  • to taste pepper
For Garnish
  • 1 tablespoon sesame seeds For crunch
  • 2 stalks green onions Finely sliced for garnish

Equipment

  • Large skillet or wok

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions
  1. Prep Ingredients: Thinly slice the chicken and vegetables. Mince garlic. Whisk the soy sauce, oyster sauce, honey, and sesame oil for the sauce.
  2. Cook Chicken: Heat vegetable oil in a skillet over medium-high heat. Add chicken with salt and pepper; sauté until golden brown and cooked through. Set aside.
  3. Cook Veggies: In the same skillet, add more oil if needed, stir-fry zucchini and bell pepper for 3-4 minutes. Add garlic and stir for another 30 seconds.
  4. Combine and Sauce: Add chicken back to the skillet, pour sauce over and toss to coat. Cook for another 1-2 minutes.
  5. Serve: Garnish with sesame seeds and green onions. Serve hot over rice, noodles, or on its own.

Nutrition

Serving: 1servingCalories: 300kcalCarbohydrates: 15gProtein: 25gFat: 15gSaturated Fat: 2gPolyunsaturated Fat: 2gMonounsaturated Fat: 10gCholesterol: 70mgSodium: 800mgPotassium: 500mgFiber: 3gSugar: 5gVitamin A: 1200IUVitamin C: 30mgCalcium: 50mgIron: 2mg

Notes

Watch the zucchini to ensure it's cooked but remains crisp. Customize with seasonal veggies and consider making extra sauce for serving over rice or noodles.

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