Description
Chicken Zucchini Stir Fry is a vibrant and flavorful dish that combines tender pieces of chicken, fresh zucchini, and colorful bell peppers, all enveloped in a savory sauce. This quick stir fry is perfect for busy weeknights or casual gatherings, delivering a nutritious meal packed with protein and vitamins. Enjoy the delightful medley of textures and flavors while easily customizing it to suit your palate.
Ingredients
Scale
- 3 boneless, skinless chicken breasts (about 1.5 lbs)
- 2 medium zucchinis, sliced
- 1 red bell pepper, sliced
- 1 yellow bell pepper, sliced
- 3 cloves garlic, minced
- 3 tbsp low-sodium soy sauce
- 1 tbsp sesame oil
- 1 tbsp honey
Instructions
- Prepare ingredients by washing vegetables and slicing chicken into bite-sized pieces.
- In a bowl, marinate the chicken with soy sauce, garlic, and honey for about 15 minutes.
- Heat sesame oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat.
- Add marinated chicken to the pan in a single layer; cook until golden brown (about 5 minutes).
- Toss in zucchini and bell peppers; stir-fry for another 3 minutes until veggies are tender-crisp.
- Pour any remaining marinade into the skillet; allow to bubble for a minute before serving over rice or noodles.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 10 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Stir Fry
- Cuisine: Asian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup (approximately 250g)
- Calories: 280
- Sugar: 6g
- Sodium: 620mg
- Fat: 9g
- Saturated Fat: 2g
- Unsaturated Fat: 6g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 22g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 27g
- Cholesterol: 70mg