Description
A quick and flavorful Chicken Zucchini Stir Fry featuring tender chicken breasts and fresh vegetables tossed in a savory homemade sauce. Perfect for a healthy weeknight dinner, this Asian-inspired dish combines the crunch of zucchini and bell peppers with the rich flavors of garlic, ginger, and soy-based sauces, all cooked easily on the stovetop.
Ingredients
Scale
Protein
- 1 lb boneless, skinless chicken breasts, thinly sliced
Vegetables
- 2 medium zucchinis, sliced into half-moons
- 1 red bell pepper, sliced
- 3 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 tablespoon fresh ginger, minced
Sauce
- 3 tablespoons low-sodium soy sauce
- 1 tablespoon oyster sauce
- 1 tablespoon hoisin sauce
- 1 tablespoon cornstarch
- 1/4 cup chicken broth or water
Oils and Seasoning
- 2 tablespoons vegetable oil
- 1 teaspoon sesame oil
- Salt and pepper to taste
Garnish (optional)
- Sesame seeds
- Sliced green onions
Instructions
- Prepare the Sauce: In a small bowl, whisk together soy sauce, oyster sauce, hoisin sauce, chicken broth, and cornstarch until smooth to create the stir fry sauce. Set aside.
- Cook the Chicken: Heat 1 tablespoon of vegetable oil in a large skillet or wok over medium-high heat. Add the thinly sliced chicken breasts and cook for 4-5 minutes until browned and fully cooked. Remove the chicken from the pan and set aside.
- Sauté Aromatics: In the same skillet, add the remaining 1 tablespoon of vegetable oil. Add the minced garlic and ginger, sautéing for about 30 seconds until fragrant but not burnt.
- Cook Vegetables: Add the sliced zucchinis and red bell pepper to the pan. Stir fry the vegetables for 3-4 minutes until they are just tender but still crisp.
- Combine and Thicken Sauce: Return the cooked chicken to the pan with vegetables. Pour the prepared sauce over the contents and toss everything to coat evenly. Continue cooking for 1-2 minutes until the sauce thickens and glazes the chicken and vegetables.
- Finish and Garnish: Drizzle the stir fry with sesame oil for extra flavor and remove from heat. Optionally, garnish with sesame seeds and sliced green onions. Serve hot alongside steamed rice or noodles.
Notes
- Substitute chicken with shrimp or tofu for a different protein option.
- Add mushrooms, snap peas, or broccoli to increase vegetable variety and nutrition.
- For a spicy kick, add red pepper flakes or a splash of sriracha to the sauce.
