Description
This Chicken Zucchini Stir-Fry is a quick and flavorful dish perfect for a healthy weeknight dinner. Tender strips of chicken breast are stir-fried with fresh zucchini and a savory blend of soy, oyster, and sesame oils, delivering a delicious meal in just 30 minutes. Garnished with sesame seeds, this recipe combines vibrant textures and Asian-inspired flavors that pair beautifully with rice or noodles.
Ingredients
Scale
Protein
- 2 chicken breasts, sliced
Vegetables
- 2 zucchinis, sliced into half-moon shapes
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
Oils & Sauces
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- 1 tablespoon soy sauce
- 1 tablespoon oyster sauce
- 1 teaspoon sesame oil
Seasonings
- Salt and pepper to taste
- Sesame seeds for garnish
Instructions
- Prepare Ingredients: Slice the chicken breasts into thin strips and season them with salt and pepper. Then, slice the zucchinis into half-moon shapes to prepare for cooking.
- Heat Oil: Heat the olive oil in a large skillet or wok over medium-high heat to get it hot enough for stir-frying.
- Cook Chicken: Add the sliced chicken to the hot pan and cook for 5-6 minutes, stirring occasionally, until the chicken is golden brown and cooked through. Remove the chicken from the pan and set it aside to keep warm.
- Sauté Garlic: In the same pan, add the minced garlic and cook for about 30 seconds until fragrant, being careful not to burn it.
- Cook Zucchini: Add the sliced zucchini to the pan and stir-fry for 3-4 minutes until tender but still retaining a slight crispness.
- Combine and Season: Return the cooked chicken to the pan. Add soy sauce, oyster sauce, and sesame oil. Toss everything together and continue cooking for another 1-2 minutes to meld the flavors and heat through.
- Garnish and Serve: Garnish the stir-fry with sesame seeds and serve immediately over rice or noodles for a complete meal.
Notes
- For extra heat, add a pinch of red pepper flakes during the garlic sauté.
- You can substitute chicken breasts with thighs for a juicier result.
- Use gluten-free soy sauce to make this recipe gluten-free.
- Be careful not to overcook the zucchini to maintain its texture.
- Serve with steamed rice or noodles as a base to soak up the delicious sauce.
