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Chicken and Zucchini Stir Fry
A quick and flavorful stir-fry combining tender chicken, fresh zucchini, and crunchy peanuts for a satisfying meal.
Ingredients
Protein
- 1 pound boneless skinless chicken breasts (chopped)
- 2 tablespoons cornstarch
- 1/2 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1/2 teaspoon ground ginger
- 2 tablespoons groundnut oil (peanut or sesame oil, divided)
Vegetables
- 1 large zucchini (sliced into 1/4-inch thick half-moons)
- 1 large carrot (cut into matchsticks)
- 1/4 cup low-sodium soy sauce
- 1/4 cup roasted peanuts (coarsely chopped)
- 2 green onions sliced, to garnish
Instructions
- Coat chicken with cornstarch, garlic, and ginger.
- Heat 1 tablespoon oil, stir-fry chicken 6-8 mins, then set aside.
- Heat remaining oil, stir-fry zucchini and carrots 3-5 mins.
- Add peanuts, return chicken, garnish with green onions.
Notes
Use fresh ingredients for best flavor.