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Cozy Chicken Zucchini Stir Fry

A delightful and nutritious stir fry featuring juicy chicken and fresh vegetables, perfect for weeknight dinners or gatherings.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 15 minutes
Total Time 25 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Dinner, Main Course
Cuisine: American, Asian
Calories: 320
Ingredients Method Notes

Ingredients
  

Main Ingredients
  • 1 lb chicken breast, diced Look for firm, pinkish pieces with no discoloration.
  • 2 medium zucchini, sliced Choose bright green zucchinis that feel firm.
  • 1 piece bell pepper, sliced Select vibrant peppers without soft spots.
  • 2 tablespoons olive oil Use quality olive oil for best flavor.
  • 3 cloves garlic, minced Fresh garlic adds robust flavor.
  • 2 tablespoons soy sauce Can substitute with tamari for gluten-free.
  • to taste salt and pepper Adjust to personal preference.
  • optional: cooked rice or noodles to serve Serve over rice or noodles for a filling meal.

Method
 

Cooking Process
  1. In a large skillet, warm the olive oil over medium heat until it shimmers.
  2. Add the diced chicken, allowing it to cook for about 5–7 minutes, or until it’s nicely browned and cooked through.
  3. Stir in the minced garlic and sauté for about 1 minute until fragrant.
  4. Toss in the zucchini and bell pepper, stir-frying for 3–4 minutes until they’re tender yet crisp.
  5. Drizzle the soy sauce into the skillet, stir to combine, and season with salt and pepper to taste. Serve over a bed of warm rice or noodles.

Notes

This stir fry is highly customizable; add other vegetables or spice it up with sriracha for a kick.