Zucchini Mushroom Chicken Stir Fry
This vibrant and delicious Zucchini Mushroom Chicken Stir Fry is packed with fresh vegetables and tender chicken, all complemented by a flavorful sauce, making it a perfect quick dinner option for the whole family!
Ingredients
Protein
- 1 lb 1 lb (about 500g) chicken breast, thinly sliced Thinly sliced for quick cooking
Vegetables
- 2 medium 2 medium zucchinis, sliced into half-moons
- 8 oz 8 oz (about 225g) mushrooms, sliced
- 1 1 red bell pepper, sliced
- 4 cloves 4 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 tablespoon 1 tablespoon freshly grated ginger
Sauce
- 3 tablespoons 3 tablespoons soy sauce Can substitute with tamari for gluten-free option
- 1 tablespoon 1 tablespoon oyster sauce
- 1/4 cup 1/4 cup chicken broth
Cooking
- 2 tablespoons 2 tablespoons vegetable oil
- 2 tablespoons 2 tablespoons cornstarch (divided: 1 tbsp for chicken, 1 tbsp for sauce)
Seasoning
- Salt and black pepper to taste
Garnish
- 2 green onions 2 green onions, chopped For garnish
Serving
- Cooked rice or noodles for serving
Instructions
Preparation
- In a medium bowl, combine sliced chicken breast with 1 tablespoon soy sauce, 1 tablespoon cornstarch, salt, and black pepper. Mix well and set aside to marinate for about 15 minutes.
Cooking
- In a large pan or wok, heat 1 tablespoon vegetable oil over medium-high heat. Add the marinated chicken pieces and cook until golden brown and cooked through, about 5-7 minutes. Remove the chicken from the pan and set aside.
- In the same pan, add the remaining 1 tablespoon of vegetable oil. Add minced garlic and grated ginger, sauté for about 30 seconds until fragrant.
- Add sliced mushrooms and cook for 3-4 minutes until they start to soften.
- Add sliced zucchinis and red bell pepper to the pan. Stir-fry for another 3-4 minutes, until the vegetables are tender-crisp.
- In a small bowl, mix together 2 tablespoons soy sauce, 1 tablespoon oyster sauce, 1 tablespoon cornstarch, and 1/4 cup chicken broth. Stir until smooth.
- Return the cooked chicken to the pan, and pour the prepared sauce over the chicken and vegetables. Stir well to combine, and let the sauce thicken for about 1-2 minutes.
- Garnish with chopped green onions before serving. Serve the stir-fry over cooked rice or noodles.
Notes
Great for meal prep! Chop the veggies and marinate the chicken ahead of time for a quick dinner option. Ensure your pan is hot enough before adding the chicken to achieve a nice sear. You can mix in other vegetables such as broccoli or snap peas for extra nutrition.