Description
A quick and flavorful Chicken Zucchini Stir Fry featuring tender chicken breast and fresh vegetables tossed in a savory sauce, perfect for a healthy weeknight dinner.
Ingredients
Scale
Protein
- 1 lb boneless skinless chicken breast or thighs, thinly sliced
Vegetables
- 2 medium zucchinis, sliced into half-moons
- 1 red bell pepper, sliced
- 3 cloves garlic, minced
Sauce
- 2 tablespoons soy sauce or tamari
- 1 tablespoon oyster sauce
- 1 tablespoon honey or brown sugar
- 1 teaspoon sesame oil
Oils and Seasonings
- 2 tablespoons vegetable oil
- Salt and black pepper to taste
Garnish
- Sesame seeds for garnish
- Sliced green onions for garnish
Instructions
- Prepare Ingredients: Slice the chicken into thin strips and cut the zucchinis into half-moon shapes. Slice the red bell pepper and mince the garlic cloves. In a small bowl, whisk together the soy sauce, oyster sauce, honey, and sesame oil to create the stir fry sauce.
- Cook Chicken: Heat 1 tablespoon of vegetable oil in a skillet over medium-high heat. Add the sliced chicken, season with salt and black pepper, and cook for 5 to 6 minutes until the chicken is golden brown and cooked through. Remove the chicken from the skillet and set it aside.
- Sauté Vegetables: In the same skillet, add the remaining 1 tablespoon of vegetable oil. Add the sliced zucchini and red bell pepper and sauté for 3 to 4 minutes until the vegetables are just tender. Add minced garlic and cook for an additional 30 seconds until fragrant.
- Combine and Finish: Return the cooked chicken to the skillet with the vegetables. Pour the prepared sauce over the mixture and toss everything to coat evenly. Cook for 1 to 2 minutes more until everything is heated through and flavors meld.
- Garnish and Serve: Sprinkle sesame seeds and sliced green onions over the stir fry. Serve hot for a delicious, well-balanced meal.
Notes
- Use tamari instead of soy sauce for a gluten-free option.
- Adjust honey or brown sugar to your taste preference for sweetness.
- Chicken thighs can be used instead of breast for a juicier texture.
- For extra heat, add red pepper flakes or sliced fresh chili.
- Serve with steamed rice or noodles for a complete meal.
