Description
Satisfy your cravings with this delicious Chicken Zucchini Stir Fry—a quick and nutritious meal perfect for busy weeknights or to impress guests. Tender chicken thighs are marinated in a savory blend of soy sauce, sesame oil, and garlic, then stir-fried with fresh zucchini for a delightful crunch. This versatile dish can be served over fluffy rice or comforting noodles, making it a family favorite that everyone will enjoy. Packed with protein and vegetables, this healthy stir fry is not only easy to make but also a wonderful way to incorporate more greens into your diet. Ready in just 40 minutes, it’s the ideal option for those looking for a light yet filling dinner.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 lb boneless chicken thighs
- 1 teaspoon cornstarch
- 1/4 cup light soy sauce
- 1 teaspoon sesame oil
- 2 teaspoons sugar (or honey)
- 1 tablespoon rice apple vinegar (optional)
- 3 cloves garlic, smashed
- 1 tablespoon cooking oil
- 1 medium zucchini, cut in half lengthwise and then sliced
- 1 tablespoon oyster sauce (optional)
- Ground black pepper, optional
Instructions
- Cut the chicken into bite-sized pieces and mix marinade ingredients in a bowl. Marinate for 30 minutes.
- Heat cooking oil in a wok over medium-high heat.
- Add garlic and marinated chicken to the pan, cooking until no longer translucent (about 2 minutes).
- Remove chicken from the pan and set aside; keep the sauce.
- Stir-fry sliced zucchini until tender (approximately 5 minutes).
- Return chicken to the pan, add oyster sauce if desired, and stir-fry everything together for another 2-3 minutes.
- Serve hot over rice or noodles.
- Prep Time: 30 minutes
- Cook Time: 10 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Frying
- Cuisine: Asian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 320
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 800mg
- Fat: 10g
- Saturated Fat: 2g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 24g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 32g
- Cholesterol: 100mg