Chicken Zucchini Stir Fry
This chicken zucchini stir fry is a simple, one-pan dinner packed with lean protein, crisp-tender veggies, and bold, savory flavors. It’s a healthy family dinner you can whip up in under 30 minutes, making it perfect for busy weeknights.
Prep Time 10 minutes mins
Cook Time 15 minutes mins
Total Time 25 minutes mins
Course Main Course
Cuisine American, Asian-inspired
Servings 4
Calories 250 kcal
- 1 pound boneless skinless chicken breast, cut into bite-sized pieces
- 2 medium zucchini sliced into half-moons
- 1 red bell pepper thinly sliced
- 3 cloves garlic minced
- 2 tablespoons avocado oil or olive oil
- 3 tablespoons low-sodium soy sauce or tamari for gluten-free
- 1 tablespoon honey or maple syrup for a vegan option
- 1 teaspoon sesame oil
- 1 teaspoon cornstarch dissolved in 2 tablespoons water (optional, for thickening)
- 1/4 teaspoon red pepper flakes optional, for heat
- Salt and pepper to taste
- Sesame seeds and chopped green onions for garnish
Prep the chicken and veggies
Start by slicing your chicken breast into bite-sized pieces and seasoning them with a pinch of salt and pepper. Then, prep your zucchini, bell pepper, and garlic so everything is ready when it’s time to cook.
Cook the chicken
Heat 1 tablespoon of avocado oil in a large skillet or wok over medium-high heat. Add the chicken and cook for about 5–7 minutes, stirring occasionally, until fully cooked and golden brown. Remove the chicken from the pan and set it aside.
Sauté the veggies
In the same skillet, add the remaining tablespoon of oil. Toss in the zucchini, bell pepper, and garlic. Sauté for 3–4 minutes, stirring frequently, until the veggies are crisp-tender.
Make the sauce
While the veggies cook, whisk together the soy sauce, honey, sesame oil, and cornstarch mixture in a small bowl. Adjust seasonings as needed.
Combine and finish
Return the chicken to the skillet and pour the sauce over everything. Stir well to coat, allowing the sauce to simmer for 1–2 minutes until slightly thickened. Sprinkle with red pepper flakes if you like a bit of heat.
Serve and enjoy
Remove from heat and garnish with sesame seeds and green onions
- Calories: 250
- Protein: 28g
- Fat: 10g
- Carbohydrates: 12g
- Fiber: 2g
- Sugar: 6g
Keyword Chicken Zucchini Stir Fry