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Easy Chicken and Zucchini Stir-Fry

A quick and easy stir-fry with chicken, zucchini,carrots, and a flavorful soy sauce marinade. Topped with roasted peanuts, thisdish is perfect for a healthy weeknight meal.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 15 minutes
Total Time 25 minutes
Course Main Course
Cuisine Asian-Inspired
Servings 4
Calories 323 kcal

Ingredients
  

  • 1 lb boneless skinless chicken breasts, chopped
  • 2 tbsp cornstarch
  • 1/2 tsp garlic powder
  • 1/2 tsp ground ginger
  • 2 tbsp groundnut oil peanut oil, or sesame oil, divided
  • 1 zucchini sliced into 1/4-inch thick half-moons
  • 1 large carrot cut into matchsticks
  • 1/4 cup low-sodium soy sauce
  • 1/4 cup roasted peanuts coarsely chopped
  • 2 green onions sliced, for garnish

Instructions
 

Prepare the Chicken:

  • In a large bowl, toss the chopped chicken with cornstarch, garlic powder, and ground ginger until evenly coated.

Cook the Chicken:

  • In a spacious skillet or wok, warm 1 tablespoon of oil over medium-high heat.
  • Add the chicken in a single layer and cook for 5-7 minutes, stirring occasionally, until browned and cooked through.
  • Move the cooked chicken to a plate and set it aside.

Cook the Vegetables:

  • In the same skillet, add the leftover tablespoon of oil.
  • Toss in the zucchini and carrot, cooking for 3-4 minutes while stirring often until the vegetables are tender but still crisp.

Combine and Season:

  • Add the chicken back into the skillet with the sautéed vegetables
  • Pour the soy sauce over the mixture and stir well, cooking for another 1-2 minutes to coat everything in the sauce.

Add the Peanuts and Garnish:

  • Remove from heat and sprinkle the stir-fry with chopped roasted peanuts.
  • Garnish with sliced green onions.

Serve:

  • Serve the stir-fry warm, with rice or noodles if desired. Enjoy!

Nutrition

Calories: 323kcal
Keyword Chicken Stir-Fry
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