Zucchini Noodle Stir-fry with Chicken and Broccoli

This zucchini noodle stir-fry is a quick and easy way to get your veggies in. It's packed with flavor from the chicken, broccoli, and red bell pepper, and the soy sauce and sesame oil give it a delicious umami flavor. Spiralizing the zucchini creates a noodle-like texture that makes this dish a great alternative to traditional pasta dishes.

I first came up with this recipe when I was looking for a way to use up some leftover zucchini. I had originally planned to make zucchini bread, but I didn't have all of the ingredients. So I decided to try something different and spiralized the zucchini instead. I added some chicken, broccoli, and red bell pepper, and tossed it all in a simple soy sauce and sesame oil sauce. The result was so delicious that I've been making it ever since.

Prep time: 15 | Cook time: 15 | Serves: 4

Ingredients

• 1 pound zucchini, spiralized
• 1 pound boneless, skinless chicken breasts, cut into bite-sized pieces
• 1 head of broccoli, cut into florets
• 1/2 cup chopped onion
• 1/2 cup chopped red bell pepper
• 1/4 cup soy sauce
• 1/4 cup water
• 1 tablespoon sesame oil

Instructions

1. Heat the sesame oil in a large skillet or wok over medium-high heat.
2. Add the chicken and cook until browned on all sides.
3. Add the zucchini noodles, broccoli, onion, and red bell pepper to the skillet.
4. Cook, stirring occasionally, until the vegetables are tender.
5. In a small bowl, whisk together the soy sauce and water.
6. Add the sauce to the skillet and cook for 1-2 minutes, or until the sauce has thickened.
7. Serve immediately.

Why It Works

• The spiralized zucchini creates a noodle-like texture that makes this dish a great alternative to traditional pasta dishes.
• The chicken, broccoli, and red bell pepper add flavor and nutrition to the dish.
• The soy sauce and sesame oil give the dish a delicious umami flavor.