Healthy Ground Chicken and Zucchini Stir Fry
A quick and healthy stir fry featuring ground chicken and zucchini, enhanced with a savory sauce of coconut aminos and sesame oil - perfect for busy weeknights.
Ingredients
For sautéing
- 1 tablespoon olive or avocado oil For sautéing the vegetables
Main ingredients
- 3-4 zucchini zucchini, diced About 4 cups; adds moisture and texture
- ½ cup white or yellow onion, sliced Adds sweetness to the stir fry
- 1 pound ground chicken The main protein source
For the sauce
- ½ cup coconut aminos or low sodium soy sauce Provides umami flavor
- ⅓ cup water Adjusts sauce consistency
- 1 tablespoon rice vinegar Adds acidity
- 2 teaspoons sesame oil Adds richness
- 2 teaspoons garlic, minced Sharp, aromatic flavor
- ½ teaspoon chili powder Adds mild heat
- ½ teaspoon ground ginger Adds warmth and zest
- 2 teaspoons arrowroot flour or cornstarch Thickens the sauce
Seasoning
- ¼ teaspoon garlic powder Enhances flavor
- ¼ teaspoon salt Brings out flavors
- ¼ teaspoon black pepper Adds warmth
Instructions
Preparation
- Prepare the zucchini by cutting off the ends and slicing each zucchini in half lengthwise, then cutting each half into quarters and dicing into small chunks.
Cooking
- Heat a tablespoon of oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat. Add the diced zucchini and sliced onion. Sauté for about 6 to 8 minutes until zucchini is tender and browned, then set aside.
- In the same skillet, add ground chicken and break it apart as it cooks. Season with salt and black pepper. Cook until there is no pink remaining.
- Prepare the sauce in a jar by combining coconut aminos, water, rice vinegar, sesame oil, minced garlic, chili powder, ground ginger, and arrowroot flour or cornstarch. Shake well to mix.
- Return the sautéed zucchini and onion to the skillet with the cooked chicken. Pour the sauce over and stir well. Cook on low heat for about 2 minutes until the sauce thickens.
- Ladle the stir fry into bowls and serve with rice or roasted potatoes, optionally topped with sesame seeds or chopped green onions.
Notes
For best results, ensure your skillet is hot before adding vegetables and avoid overcrowding the pan. Garnish shortly before serving for optimal flavor and presentation.
Nutrition
Serving: 1gCalories: 400kcalCarbohydrates: 20gProtein: 35gFat: 20gSaturated Fat: 4gSodium: 800mgFiber: 3gSugar: 5g
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