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Garlic Chicken Zucchini Noodles Stir Fry

A healthy, low-carb stir fry featuring tender chicken chunks and fresh zucchini noodles tossed in a savory garlic ginger sauce. Ready in under 25 minutes.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 10 minutes
Total Time 25 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Dinner, Main Course
Cuisine: Asian-Fusion, Healthy
Calories: 285
Ingredients Equipment Method Notes

Ingredients
  

Stir Fry Base
  • 1 lb chicken breast boneless, skinless, cubed
  • 3-4 medium zucchini spiralized into noodles
  • 1 large red bell pepper diced
  • 2 tbsp olive oil divided
  • 1 pinch salt and pepper to taste
Garlic Sauce
  • 0.33 cup soy sauce low sodium or tamari
  • 0.25 cup chicken broth
  • 1 tbsp garlic freshly minced
  • 1 tsp fresh ginger grated
  • 1 tsp sesame oil
  • 1 tbsp brown sugar optional or keto sub
  • 1 tsp cornstarch optional thickener
Garnish
  • 2 stalks green onions chopped
  • 1 tsp sesame seeds toasted

Equipment

  • Large skillet or wok
  • Spiralizer
  • Small mixing bowl
  • Chef's Knife

Method
 

  1. Wash zucchini and trim ends. Use a spiralizer to create noodles. (Optional: lightly salt and drain for 10 mins to remove moisture).
  2. In a small bowl, whisk together soy sauce, chicken broth, minced garlic, ginger, sesame oil, brown sugar, and cornstarch. Set aside.
  3. Heat 1 tbsp olive oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat. Add cubed chicken, season with salt/pepper, and cook 4-5 mins until golden and cooked through. Remove chicken from pan.
  4. In the same pan, add remaining 1 tbsp oil and diced red bell pepper. Sauté for 2-3 minutes until slightly softened.
  5. Return chicken to the pan. Whisk the sauce again and pour over chicken and peppers. Let bubble for 1 minute to thicken.
  6. Add zucchini noodles to the pan. Toss gently using tongs for 1-2 minutes max, just until coated and heated through. Do not overcook.
  7. Remove from heat immediately. Garnish with green onions and sesame seeds. Serve hot.

Notes

To prevent soggy noodles, ensure your pan is very hot and do not cook the zucchini for more than 2 minutes.