Garlic Chicken Zucchini Noodles (Print)
Tender chicken and fresh zucchini noodles tossed in a flavorful garlic sauce for a light and vibrant dish.
# Ingredient List:
→ Chicken
01 - 1.1 lbs boneless skinless chicken breast, thinly sliced
02 - 1 tablespoon cornstarch
03 - 1/2 teaspoon salt
04 - 1/4 teaspoon black pepper
→ Vegetables
05 - 4 medium zucchini, spiralized into noodles
06 - 1 red bell pepper, thinly sliced
07 - 2 cups snap peas, trimmed
08 - 2 green onions, sliced
→ Sauce
09 - 3 tablespoons low-sodium soy sauce or tamari
10 - 2 tablespoons oyster sauce
11 - 1 tablespoon rice vinegar
12 - 1 tablespoon honey
13 - 2 teaspoons sesame oil
14 - 4 garlic cloves, minced
15 - 1 teaspoon fresh ginger, grated
16 - 1/2 teaspoon crushed red pepper flakes
→ Garnish
17 - 1 tablespoon sesame seeds
18 - Fresh cilantro or parsley, chopped
# How-To Steps:
01 - Toss sliced chicken breast with cornstarch, salt, and black pepper in a bowl until evenly coated.
02 - Whisk together soy sauce, oyster sauce, rice vinegar, honey, sesame oil, garlic, ginger, and red pepper flakes in a small bowl. Set aside.
03 - Heat 1 tablespoon oil in a large skillet or wok over medium-high heat. Add chicken and stir fry for 4-5 minutes until cooked through. Remove to plate and set aside.
04 - Add bell pepper and snap peas to same pan. Stir fry for 2-3 minutes until just tender.
05 - Add zucchini noodles and green onions to pan. Stir fry for 2 minutes until zucchini is just softened.
06 - Return chicken to pan. Pour in sauce and toss everything together for 1-2 minutes until heated through and well coated.
07 - Remove from heat. Garnish with sesame seeds and fresh herbs. Serve immediately.
# Expert Suggestions:
01 -
- Everything cooks in one pan, meaning less cleanup and more time to actually eat
- The sauce hits every single strand of zucchini, so you get big flavor without the carb crash
02 -
- Zucchini noodles release water as they cook, so do not be alarmed if the pan looks a little watery at first
- The sauce will thicken slightly as it coats the hot vegetables and chicken
03 -
- Pat the chicken dry before coating with cornstarch for the best sear
- Prep all ingredients before turning on the stove because this comes together fast