Spicy Chicken and Zucchini Stir-Fry

This Spicy Chicken and Zucchini Stir-Fry combines the succulent flavors of chicken with the fresh, earthy texture of zucchini, all wrapped up in a fiery sauce that will tantalize your taste buds. It's a perfect keto-friendly dish that's quick to make and packed with nutrients.

Course Dinner

Cuisine Asian

Keyword Keto Zucchini Stir-Fry, Low Carb Chicken Dinner, Spicy Chicken Stir-Fry, Spicy Stir-Fry Recipe

Prep Time 15

Cook Time 15

Total Time 30

Servings servings

Calories 260kcal

Equipment

Large skillet or wok
Cutting board
Chef’s knife
Measuring spoons and cups
Mixing bowl
Whisk

Ingredients

1 pound chicken breast cut into bite-sized pieces
2 medium zucchini sliced into half-moons
3 tablespoons avocado oil divided
1 tablespoon garlic minced
1 tablespoon ginger minced
1 small red chili finely chopped (adjust to taste)
2 tablespoons soy sauce or coconut aminos
1 tablespoon sesame oil
1 teaspoon crushed red pepper flakes optional
Salt and pepper to taste
1 tablespoon rice vinegar
1 teaspoon erythritol or preferred keto sweetener
2 green onions chopped for garnish
1 teaspoon sesame seeds for garnish

Instructions

Heat 2 tablespoons of avocado oil in a large skillet or wok over medium-high heat.
Season the chicken pieces with salt and pepper and add to the skillet. Cook for 5-7 minutes until the chicken is browned and cooked through. Remove chicken and set aside.
In the same skillet, add the remaining tablespoon of avocado oil along with the minced garlic, ginger, and red chili. Sauté for 1 minute until fragrant.
Add the sliced zucchini to the skillet and stir-fry for 3-4 minutes until tender-crisp.
In a small bowl, whisk together soy sauce, sesame oil, rice vinegar, erythritol, and red pepper flakes if using. Pour this sauce over the zucchini and add the cooked chicken back to the skillet.
Stir everything together and cook for an additional 2-3 minutes, making sure the chicken is reheated and everything is coated in the sauce.
Taste and adjust seasoning if necessary.
Serve hot, garnished with chopped green onions and sesame seeds.

Notes

For a milder version, remove seeds from the red chili or reduce the amount used.

If you're watching your sodium intake, opt for low-sodium soy sauce.

The nutritional information provided is an estimate and will vary based on cooking methods and specific brands of ingredients used.

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