A quick and healthy stir-fry combining tender chicken, fresh zucchini noodles, and flavorful garlic sauce for a delicious low-carb meal.
Ingredients
Protein
1.5lbschicken breast tenders or boneless skinless chicken breasts(sliced into thin strips (6-8 tenders))
Vegetables
2mediumzucchini(spiralized into noodles)
Oils & Sauces
1tablespoonolive oil
1tablespoonsoy sauce or coconut aminos(use coconut aminos for gluten-free)
1teaspoonsesame oil
1clovegarlic(minced)
1teaspoonred pepper flakes(optional)
1teaspoonground ginger
0.25teaspoonblack pepper
1tablespoonlemon juice(freshly squeezed)
Garnish
2green onionsgreen onions(chopped)
1teaspoonsesame seeds(optional, for garnish)
Instructions
Pat zucchini noodles dry. Season chicken with black pepper and ginger. Cook chicken in a skillet with olive oil until golden and cooked through, then set aside.
In the same skillet, add garlic and red pepper flakes; cook for 30 seconds until fragrant.
Add zucchini noodles; cook for 2-3 minutes until slightly softened.
Return chicken to skillet, add soy sauce, sesame oil, and lemon juice; toss to combine and heat through.
Garnish with chopped green onions and sesame seeds. Serve immediately.
Notes
Ensure not to overcook zucchini noodles to keep them crisp.