Description
Chicken Zucchini Stir Fry is a quick and colorful dish that combines tender chicken with fresh vegetables for a delightful meal. This vibrant stir fry is perfect for busy weeknights or casual gatherings, allowing you to whip up a healthy dinner in no time. With its customizable ingredients and delicious flavors, this recipe will satisfy your cravings while sneaking in nutritious veggies.
Ingredients
Scale
- 4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts (about 1.5 lbs)
- 2 medium zucchini, sliced
- 1 red bell pepper, sliced
- 1 yellow bell pepper, sliced
- 3 cloves fresh garlic, minced
- 3 tbsp low-sodium soy sauce
- 2 tsp toasted sesame oil
Instructions
- Cut chicken into bite-sized pieces. Slice zucchini and bell peppers.
- Heat 1 tablespoon of oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat. Add chicken and cook until browned (5-6 minutes).
- Add zucchini and bell peppers; sauté for another 3-5 minutes until slightly softened.
- Stir in minced garlic for the last minute of cooking.
- Drizzle in soy sauce and sesame oil; mix until well combined and heated through.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Stir Fry
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 plate (approx. 250g)
- Calories: 320
- Sugar: 4g
- Sodium: 550mg
- Fat: 8g
- Saturated Fat: 1g
- Unsaturated Fat: 6g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 18g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 42g
- Cholesterol: 90mg
Keywords: - For added spice, consider including sriracha or swapping zucchini for other veggies like broccoli or snap peas. - Store leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge for up to three days; reheat on the stove for best texture.