Description
Chicken Zucchini Stir Fry is a quick and vibrant dish that brings together tender chicken and fresh zucchini in a savory sauce, making it perfect for busy weeknights or casual gatherings. This healthy recipe requires minimal prep and is packed with flavor, ensuring that you can enjoy a nutritious meal in just 40 minutes. Whether served over rice or noodles, this stir fry is sure to impress your family and friends with its delightful taste and appealing presentation.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 lb boneless chicken thighs (cut into bite-sized pieces)
- 1 medium zucchini (sliced)
- 1 tablespoon oyster sauce
- 1/4 cup light soy sauce
- 1 teaspoon sesame oil
- 3 cloves garlic (smashed)
- Cooking oil for stir-frying
Instructions
- In a mixing bowl, combine chicken with cornstarch, soy sauce, sesame oil, sugar (or honey), apple vinegar (if using), and smashed garlic. Marinade for at least 30 minutes.
- Heat cooking oil in a wok or large frying pan over medium-high heat.
- Add marinated chicken and garlic to the pan; stir-fry until the chicken is no longer translucent (about 2 minutes). Remove from the pan.
- If needed, add more oil to the pan, then add sliced zucchini and stir-fry until tender (about 5 minutes).
- Return the chicken to the pan, add oyster sauce, and stir everything together for another 2-3 minutes until well combined.
- Prep Time: 30 minutes
- Cook Time: 10 minutes
- Category: Dinner
- Method: Stir-frying
- Cuisine: Asian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 320
- Sugar: 6g
- Sodium: 740mg
- Fat: 12g
- Saturated Fat: 2g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 13g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 36g
- Cholesterol: 110mg
Keywords: Feel free to add your favorite vegetables like bell peppers or broccoli for extra nutrition. Use gluten-free soy sauce for a gluten-free option. For a low-carb alternative, serve in lettuce wraps.