Description
This Garlic Chicken Zucchini Noodles Stir Fry is a quick, healthy, and flavorful dish perfect for busy weeknights. With tender, juicy chicken and crisp-tender zucchini noodles coated in a savory garlic sauce, it’s a low-carb alternative to traditional stir-fry dishes.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 lb chicken breasts or thighs, diced into bite-sized pieces
- 4 medium zucchinis, spiralized into noodles
- 3 cloves garlic, minced
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 3 tablespoons soy sauce (or tamari for gluten-free)
- 1 tablespoon sesame oil
- 1 tablespoon honey
- 1 teaspoon grated ginger
- Crushed red pepper flakes or sriracha
Instructions
- Step 1: Dice the chicken into bite-sized pieces and pat dry with a paper towel to ensure a good sear. Spiralize the zucchini using a spiralizer, or use pre-made zucchini noodles for convenience. Mince garlic and, if using, grate fresh ginger.
- Step 2: Heat 1 tablespoon of olive oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat. Add the diced chicken and cook until golden brown and fully cooked, about 6-7 minutes. Remove the chicken from the pan and set it aside.
- Step 3: In the same skillet, add the remaining olive oil. Toss in the minced garlic and sauté for about 30 seconds until fragrant. Add the zucchini noodles and cook for 2-3 minutes, stirring occasionally. Be careful not to overcook the zoodles—they should be slightly tender but still have some crunch.
- Step 4: Return the cooked chicken to the skillet. Pour the sauce over the chicken and zoodles, tossing everything together until well-coated. Cook for an additional 1-2 minutes to heat through.
- Step 5: Serve immediately, garnished with sesame seeds or green onions if desired.
Notes
To avoid watery zoodles, pat them dry with a paper towel before cooking. Avoid overcooking the zucchini to keep them crisp-tender.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Stir Fry
- Cuisine: Asian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 240 kcal
- Sugar: 6 g
- Sodium: 620 mg
- Fat: 10 g
- Saturated Fat: 2 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 10 g
- Fiber: 2 g
- Protein: 25 g
- Cholesterol: 65 mg
Keywords: Garlic Chicken Zucchini Noodles Stir Fry, healthy, low-carb, one-pan
