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Zucchini Mushroom Chicken Stir Fry

Zucchini Mushroom Chicken Stir Fry

A quick and versatile Zucchini Mushroom Chicken Stir Fry that combines tender chicken with fresh vegetables in under 30 minutes.
Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 20 minutes
Total Time 30 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Dinner
Cuisine: Asian
Calories: 320

Ingredients
  

For the Stir Fry
  • 2 medium Zucchini can substitute with yellow squash or bell peppers
  • 8 ounces Mushrooms cremini or button mushrooms optional
  • 1 pound Boneless Skinless Chicken Breasts can substitute with thighs or turkey
For the Sauce
  • 3 tablespoons Soy Sauce use tamari for gluten-free
  • 2 cloves Garlic minced
  • 1 tablespoon Ginger minced
  • 1 tablespoon Cornstarch for thickening
For Cooking
  • 2 tablespoons Vegetable Oil can use canola or sunflower
  • 2 stalks Green Onions chopped for garnish
  • 1 teaspoon Sesame Oil optional

Equipment

  • Large skillet or wok

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions
  1. Heat 1 tablespoon of vegetable oil in a large skillet or wok over medium-high heat. Add bite-sized pieces of boneless skinless chicken breasts and sauté for 5-6 minutes until golden brown.
  2. In the same skillet, add another tablespoon of vegetable oil, minced garlic, and ginger. Sauté for about 30 seconds until fragrant.
  3. Add sliced mushrooms and zucchini to the skillet. Stir-fry for 4-5 minutes until tender yet crisp.
  4. Return the chicken to the skillet and pour in soy sauce and sesame oil. Mix thoroughly and sauté for another 1-2 minutes.
  5. Prepare a cornstarch slurry with water and add it to the skillet, stirring constantly until the sauce thickens.
  6. Fold in chopped green onions and cook for another minute, adjusting seasoning with salt and pepper as needed.
  7. Serve the stir fry over a bed of steamed rice or noodles, garnishing with green onions or sesame seeds if desired.

Nutrition

Serving: 1servingCalories: 320kcalCarbohydrates: 8gProtein: 30gFat: 16gSaturated Fat: 2gCholesterol: 90mgSodium: 800mgPotassium: 600mgFiber: 2gSugar: 3gVitamin A: 200IUVitamin C: 30mgCalcium: 40mgIron: 1mg

Notes

Prep ahead by mincing garlic and ginger in advance. Cut vegetables uniformly for even cooking and avoid overcrowding the pan.

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