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Chicken Zucchini Stir Fry

Easy Chicken Zucchini Stir Fry: A Flavorful Fresh Take

This Chicken Zucchini Stir Fry is a quick and nutritious dish that combines tender chicken and vibrant zucchini in a savory sauce, perfect for weeknight dinners.
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Prep Time 5 minutes
Cook Time 10 minutes
Total Time 15 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Dinner
Cuisine: Asian
Calories: 300
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Stir Fry
  • 1 tablespoon olive oil for sautéing
  • 1 pound chicken breasts thinly sliced
  • 3 cloves garlic minced
  • 2 medium zucchinis sliced
For the Sauce
  • 3 tablespoons soy sauce low-sodium if desired
  • 1 tablespoon oyster sauce omit for vegetarian option
  • 1 tablespoon honey substitute with agave syrup if needed
  • ½ teaspoon red pepper flakes optional
  • salt to taste
  • pepper to taste

Equipment

  • large skillet or wok

Method
 

Cooking Instructions
  1. Heat 1 tablespoon of olive oil in a skillet over medium-high heat for about 1 minute until shimmering.
  2. Add 1 pound of thinly sliced chicken breasts to the hot oil; cook undisturbed for 2-3 minutes until golden. Stir and cook for another 5-6 minutes until cooked through.
  3. Toss in 3 minced cloves of garlic and 2 sliced zucchinis; stir and cook for about 3-4 minutes until zucchini is tender.
  4. Pour in 3 tablespoons of soy sauce, 1 tablespoon of oyster sauce, 1 tablespoon of honey, and optional red pepper flakes. Stir to combine and simmer for 2-3 minutes.
  5. Season to taste with salt and pepper before serving.
  6. Serve hot over rice or noodles, optionally garnished with chopped green onions and sesame seeds.

Nutrition

Serving: 1servingCalories: 300kcalCarbohydrates: 15gProtein: 30gFat: 10gSaturated Fat: 2gPolyunsaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 7gCholesterol: 80mgSodium: 600mgPotassium: 600mgFiber: 3gSugar: 5gVitamin A: 500IUVitamin C: 25mgCalcium: 30mgIron: 2mg

Notes

For the best texture, serve immediately after cooking. Use fresh ingredients for maximum flavor.

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