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Quick & Flavorful Chicken and Zucchini Stir-Fry

Quick & Simple Meals
This easy weeknight chicken and zucchini stir-fry features thinly sliced chicken breast and zucchini tossed in a savory soy-garlic sauce with hints of sweetness and sesame. It’s wholesome, flavorful, and ready in about 20 minutes—perfect for busy evenings when you need a one-pan winner.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 10 minutes
Total Time 20 minutes
Servings 4
Calories 260 kcal

Ingredients
  

  • 1/4 cup low sodium soy sauce or gluten-free soy sauce
  • 1 cup chicken broth
  • 1 tablespoon cornstarch
  • 2 tablespoons mirin
  • 1 tablespoon sugar
  • 2 teaspoons sesame oil
  • 1 tablespoon canola oil divided
  • 1 tablespoon minced garlic
  • 1 tablespoon minced ginger
  • 1 pound chicken breast sliced very thinly
  • 2 cups zucchini cut into 1/4-inch thick half moons
  • Sesame seeds and scallions for garnish (optional)

Instructions
 

  • In a large bowl, whisk soy sauce, broth, cornstarch, mirin, sugar, and sesame oil until dissolved.
  • Heat 1 teaspoon canola oil in a skillet over medium-high heat.
  • Cook half the chicken for 2–3 minutes per side until cooked through. Remove to a plate.
  • Repeat with the rest of the chicken and another teaspoon of oil. Remove to the plate.
  • Add remaining teaspoon oil, garlic, and ginger to the pan.
  • See full steps with tips & photos → https://mischacrossing.com/easy-weeknight-chicken-and-zucchini-stir/

Notes

  • Slice the chicken very thin for quick, even cooking.
  • Add bell peppers, mushrooms, or snap peas for more veggie variety.
  • This dish reheats well—great for meal prep!