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Quick 20-Minute Ground Chicken Zucchini Stir Fry with Ginger-Garlic Sauce

A close-up of a serving of ground chicken zucchini stir fry coated in a savory sauce, topped with sesame seeds and green onions.
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Make this easy, flavorful ground chicken zucchini stir fry in under 20 minutes for a healthy weeknight dinner.

Ingredients

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  • 1 tablespoon vegetable oil
  • 1 pound ground chicken
  • 1 medium onion, chopped
  • 3 cloves garlic, minced
  • 1 tablespoon fresh ginger, grated
  • 2 medium zucchini, chopped into half-moons
  • 1/4 cup low-sodium soy sauce (or tamari for gluten-free)
  • 2 tablespoons rice vinegar
  • 1 tablespoon brown sugar (optional, for balance)
  • 1 teaspoon sesame oil
  • 1/2 teaspoon red pepper flakes (optional)
  • 2 green onions, sliced, for garnish
  • 1 teaspoon sesame seeds, for garnish

Instructions

  1. Heat the vegetable oil in a large skillet or wok over medium-high heat.
  2. Add the ground chicken to the skillet. Break it up with a spoon and cook until it is fully browned and no pink remains, about 5 to 7 minutes. Drain any excess liquid or fat from the skillet.
  3. Add the chopped onion to the skillet and cook until softened, about 3 minutes.
  4. Stir in the minced garlic and grated ginger. Cook for 1 minute until fragrant.
  5. Add the chopped zucchini to the skillet. Stir fry for 3 to 4 minutes until the zucchini is tender-crisp. You want it cooked but still holding its shape.
  6. In a small bowl, whisk together the soy sauce, rice vinegar, brown sugar (if using), sesame oil, and red pepper flakes (if using). This is your simple zucchini ground meat sauce.
  7. Pour the sauce mixture over the chicken and vegetables. Toss everything together quickly, cooking for about 1 minute until the sauce thickens slightly and coats the ingredients.
  8. Remove the skillet from the heat. Garnish with sliced green onions and sesame seeds before serving.

Notes

  • For a low carb chicken and zucchini meal, serve this Asian ground chicken skillet over cauliflower rice instead of traditional rice or noodles.
  • To keep the ground chicken moist, do not overcook it before adding the vegetables. The quick cooking time of the stir fry helps maintain texture.
  • If you prefer a different flavor profile, substitute the sauce ingredients with hoisin sauce or oyster sauce for a richer taste.

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