Delicious Zucchini Noodle Stir Fry With Chicken Recipe
This vibrant and delicious Zucchini Noodle Stir Fry With Chicken is packed with wholesome goodness and flavor. It’s a quick, healthy meal perfect for busy weeknights that doesn’t skimp on taste.
- Prep Time: 15 mins
- Cook Time: 15 mins
- Total Time: 30 minutes
- Yield: 4 servings
- Category: Dinner
- Method: Stir-frying
- Cuisine: Asian
Ingredients
- Zucchini
- Boneless, skinless chicken breast
- Bell peppers
- Carrots
- Snap peas
- Soy Sauce
- Fresh minced garlic
- Fresh minced ginger
- Sesame Oil
Instructions
- Prepare the Zucchini Noodles: Start by spiralizing your zucchini. If you don't have a spiralizer, you can use a peeler to create thin strips. Set the noodles aside.
- Cook the Chicken: In a large skillet or wok, heat a tablespoon of sesame oil over medium-high heat. Add bite-sized pieces of chicken and cook for about 5-7 minutes, or until fully cooked and golden brown. Remove chicken from the skillet and set aside.
- Sauté the Vegetables: In the same skillet, add another tablespoon of sesame oil if needed. Toss in minced garlic and ginger, cooking until fragrant (about 30 seconds). Then, add your mixed vegetables and stir-fry for 3-4 minutes until they are tender but still crisp.
- Combine Ingredients: Return the cooked chicken to the skillet with the vegetables. Pour in soy sauce and stir everything together, ensuring the chicken and veggies are well-coated with the sauce.
- Add Zucchini Noodles: Gently fold in the zucchini noodles, cooking for an additional 2-3 minutes. The key is to heat them through without overcooking; they should remain slightly firm.
- Finish and Serve: Taste and adjust seasoning if needed. You can add more soy sauce or a splash of lime juice for brightness. Serve hot, garnished with sesame seeds or sliced green onions if desired.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 bowl
- Calories: 350
- Sugar: 5 g
- Sodium: 800 mg
- Fat: 10 g
- Saturated Fat: 1 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 30 g
- Fiber: 5 g
- Protein: 30 g
- Cholesterol: 70 mg
Keywords: Don’t overcook the zucchini; they cook quickly and can become mushy if overdone. You can spiralize the zucchini and chop the vegetables ahead of time to save time. Consider adding red pepper flakes or sriracha for heat, and feel free to experiment with different sauces like hoisin or oyster sauce.