Description
A simple yet flavorful stir fry featuring bite-sized chicken and zucchini in a savory sauce, ready in about 40 minutes.
Ingredients
- 1 lb boneless chicken thighs, cut bite-sized
- Marinade:
- 1 tsp cornstarch
- ¼ cup light soy sauce
- 1 tsp sesame oil
- 2 tsp sugar or honey
- 1 Tbsp rice wine vinegar (optional)
- 3 garlic cloves, smashed
- 1 Tbsp cooking oil
- 1 medium zucchini, halved lengthwise and sliced
- 1 Tbsp oyster sauce
- Ground black pepper (optional)
Instructions
- Slice the chicken, whisk together marinade ingredients, then toss the chicken to coat and let it sit for 30 minutes.
- Heat oil in a wok or skillet over medium-high heat, add garlic and marinated chicken, and stir-fry for about 2 minutes until no longer translucent, then remove it, leaving the sauce behind.
- If needed, add a bit more oil, toss in zucchini slices, and stir-fry for about 5 minutes until tender.
- Return the chicken to the pan, add oyster sauce and pepper, and stir-fry for another 2–3 minutes until everything is cooked through.
- Serve immediately, delicious over rice or noodles.
Notes
- Jazz it up with fresh or dried chilies, chili oil, or chili crisp for extra heat.
- Swap chicken thighs for breast, pork, shrimp, or tofu for variety.
- Add extra veggies like onions, mushrooms, bell peppers, or carrots for more flavor.
- To deepen flavor, add a splash of Shaoxing wine mid-stir or finish with sliced scallions.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 250
- Sugar: 6g
- Sodium: 700mg
- Fat: 10g
- Saturated Fat: 1g
- Unsaturated Fat: 7g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 12g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 30g
- Cholesterol: 80mg
