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Zucchini Mushroom Chicken

Zucchini Mushroom Chicken: A 20-Minute Flavor Explosion

This Zucchini Mushroom Chicken recipe combines tender chicken, crunchy zucchini, and earthy mushrooms for a quick, flavorful meal.
Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 10 minutes
Total Time 20 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Dinner
Cuisine: Asian
Calories: 350

Ingredients
  

For the Stir Fry
  • 1 medium Zucchini Substitute with yellow squash if desired.
  • 8 ounces Mushrooms Cremini mushrooms enhance flavor.
  • 1 pound Boneless skinless chicken breasts Chicken thighs can be used for richer flavor.
  • 3 tablespoons Soy Sauce Use tamari for a gluten-free option.
  • 2 tablespoons Vegetable Oil No substitutions needed.
  • 2 cloves Garlic Use fresh for best flavor.
  • 1 teaspoon Fresh Ginger Can use powdered ginger if necessary.
  • 2 stalks Green Onions For garnish.
  • 1 teaspoon Sesame Oil Optional but recommended.
  • 1 tablespoon Cornstarch Mix with water to form slurry.

Equipment

  • Skillet or Wok

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions
  1. Heat 1 tablespoon of vegetable oil in a large skillet or wok over medium-high heat. Pat the chicken breasts dry with a paper towel, then season them lightly with salt and pepper. Add the chicken to the hot skillet, cooking for 5-6 minutes while turning occasionally until the chicken is browned and no longer pink in the center. Remove the chicken and set aside.
  2. In the same skillet, add another tablespoon of vegetable oil. Toss in the minced garlic and fresh ginger, cooking for 30 seconds until fragrant.
  3. Add the sliced mushrooms and zucchini, stir-frying for 4-5 minutes until the vegetables soften.
  4. Return the cooked chicken to the skillet, pour in the soy sauce and sesame oil, stir to coat, and cook for another 1-2 minutes.
  5. Add the cornstarch slurry, stirring quickly to prevent lumps. Cook for another 1-2 minutes until the sauce thickens.
  6. Remove from heat and fold in the sliced green onions. Serve hot over rice or noodles.

Nutrition

Serving: 1servingCalories: 350kcalCarbohydrates: 10gProtein: 30gFat: 18gSaturated Fat: 3gPolyunsaturated Fat: 4gMonounsaturated Fat: 10gCholesterol: 70mgSodium: 800mgPotassium: 600mgFiber: 2gSugar: 3gVitamin A: 500IUVitamin C: 15mgCalcium: 40mgIron: 1.5mg

Notes

Store leftovers in an airtight container for up to 3 days, or freeze for up to 3 months. Reheat gently for best flavor.

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