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Zucchini Mushroom Chicken Stir Fry featuring fresh vegetables and tender chicken

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!
Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 15 minutes
Total Time 30 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Dinner, Main Course
Cuisine: Asian
Calories: 350

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

Method
 

Preparation
  1. 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
  1. 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.
  2. 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.
  3. Add sliced mushrooms and cook for 3-4 minutes until they start to soften.
  4. Add sliced zucchinis and red bell pepper to the pan. Stir-fry for another 3-4 minutes, until the vegetables are tender-crisp.
  5. 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.
  6. 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.
  7. 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.