Garlic Chicken Zucchini Stir Fry

Elevate your weeknight dinner game with this quick and flavorful Garlic Chicken Zucchini Stir Fry! This wholesome dish combines tender, juicy chicken breast and crisp zucchini in a savory garlic-infused sauce made with soy sauce, oyster sauce, and a hint of honey for a perfect balance of umami and sweetness. Ready in just 30 minutes, this recipe is a perfect option for busy evenings, featuring simple ingredients and straightforward steps that yield amazing results. The vibrant zucchini adds refreshing texture, while the aromatic garlic takes the flavor to the next level. Serve this stir-fry over steamed rice or noodles for a complete and satisfying meal that’s both nutritious and delicious. Perfect for meal prep or a quick dinner idea, this recipe will soon become your go-to for an easy and healthy comfort food fix!

Nutriscore Rating: 60/100

Prep Time:15 mins

Cook Time:15 mins

Total Time:30 mins

Servings: 4

Ingredients

• 500 grams Chicken breast
• 2 medium Zucchini
• 4 cloves Garlic cloves
• 3 tablespoons Soy sauce
• 2 tablespoons Oyster sauce
• 1 tablespoon Honey
• 1 teaspoon Cornstarch
• 2 tablespoons Water
• 2 tablespoons Vegetable oil
• 0.5 teaspoon Salt
• 0.25 teaspoon Black pepper
• 2 stalks Green onions (optional, for garnish)

Directions

Step 1

Slice the chicken breast into bite-sized pieces and season with salt and black pepper. Set aside.

Step 2

Trim and slice the zucchini into half-moons about 1/4 inch thick.

Step 3

Mince the garlic cloves finely.

Step 4

In a small bowl, mix soy sauce, oyster sauce, honey, cornstarch, and water. Stir well to create the stir-fry sauce and set aside.

Step 5

Heat 1 tablespoon of vegetable oil in a large skillet or wok over medium-high heat.

Step 6

Add the chicken to the pan and cook for 4-5 minutes until lightly browned and fully cooked. Remove the chicken from the pan and set aside.

Step 7

Add the remaining 1 tablespoon of oil to the same pan and reduce heat to medium.

Step 8

Toss in the minced garlic and sauté for 30 seconds until fragrant.

Step 9

Add the sliced zucchini to the pan and stir-fry for 3-4 minutes, or until slightly tender but still crisp.

Step 10

Return the cooked chicken to the pan and pour in the stir-fry sauce.

Step 11

Cook everything together for another 2-3 minutes, stirring constantly, until the sauce thickens and evenly coats the chicken and zucchini.

Step 12

Remove from heat and garnish with chopped green onions if desired.

Step 13

Serve hot over steamed rice or noodles, and enjoy!

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	1098.8 grams (1098.8g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	1227

Total Fat 45.50g	58%
Saturated Fat 8.40g	42%
Polyunsaturated Fat 19.60g
Cholesterol 430mg	143%
Sodium 9158mg	398%
Total Carbohydrate 61.40g	22%
Dietary Fiber 4.70g	17%
Total Sugars 45.40g
Protein 150.30g	301%

Vitamin D 0IU	0%
Calcium 206mg	16%
Iron 5mg	28%
Potassium 2667mg	57%

*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.

Source of Calories

Fat: 32.6%

Protein: 47.9%

Carbs: 19.5%