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Chicken Zucchini Stir Fry

Chicken Zucchini Stir Fry Recipe

Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 10 minutes
Total Time 20 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Calories: 210

Ingredients
  

  • 1 lb boneless skinless chicken breasts, sliced into thin strips
  • 2 medium zucchini (about 1 lb), halved lengthwise and cut into ΒΌ-inch half-moons
  • 3 cloves garlic, minced
  • 1 tsp grated fresh ginger
  • 2 tbsp soy sauce
  • 1 tbsp honey
  • 1 tsp rice vinegar
  • 1 tsp cornstarch
  • 2 tbsp water
  • 2 tbsp vegetable oil, divided
  • Salt and freshly ground black pepper
  • Sliced green onions and sesame seeds, for garnish

Method
 

  1. Heat 1 tablespoon of the oil in a large skillet or wok over high heat until very hot. Add the chicken in a single layer, cook undisturbed for 2 minutes, then stir-fry until cooked through, 4 to 5 minutes total. Season with salt and pepper, then transfer to a plate.
  2. Reduce heat to medium-high, add the remaining 1 tablespoon oil, then the zucchini in a single layer. Cook undisturbed 2 minutes, stir, and cook 2 more minutes until crisp-tender. Add the garlic and ginger, stirring constantly for 30 seconds until fragrant.
  3. Stir together the soy sauce, honey, rice vinegar, cornstarch, and water until smooth. Pour into the pan, bring to a simmer, and cook until thickened, about 1 minute.
  4. Return the chicken and any juices to the pan. Toss to coat in the sauce and cook 1 minute to heat through. Garnish with green onions and sesame seeds, and serve immediately over rice.

Notes

The sauce thickens quickly, so keep an eye on it. For the best texture, serve this stir fry right away. Leftovers keep well but the zucchini will lose its crispness over time.