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Spicy Garlic Noodles: No Soggy Zucchini Eggplant Stir Fry

Tender chicken & crisp zucchini noodles in a savory garlic sauce. This quick, healthy, low-carb stir fry is ready in 25 mins! Perfect for weeknights.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 15 minutes
Total Time 25 minutes
Servings: 1
Course: Main Course
Cuisine: Asian
Calories: 240
Ingredients Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Stir Fry:
  • 1 lb chicken breasts or thighs diced into bite-sized pieces
  • 4 medium zucchinis spiralized into noodles
  • 3 cloves garlic minced
  • 2 tablespoons olive oil
For the Sauce:
  • 3 tablespoons soy sauce or tamari for gluten-free
  • 1 tablespoon sesame oil
  • 1 tablespoon honey optional, for a touch of sweetness
  • 1 teaspoon grated ginger optional, for extra flavor
  • Crushed red pepper flakes or sriracha optional, for heat

Method
 

Step 1: Prep Your Ingredients
  1. Dice the chicken into bite-sized pieces and pat dry with a paper towel.
  2. Spiralize the zucchini, or use pre-made zucchini noodles.
  3. Mince the garlic and, if using, grate fresh ginger.
Step 2: Cook the Chicken
  1. Heat 1 tablespoon of olive oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat.
  2. Add the diced chicken and cook until golden brown and fully cooked, about 6-7 minutes. Remove the chicken from the pan and set aside.
Step 3: Sauté Garlic and Zoodles
  1. Add the remaining olive oil to the same skillet. Toss in the minced garlic and sauté for about 30 seconds until fragrant.
  2. Add the zucchini noodles and cook for 2-3 minutes, stirring occasionally. Do not overcook; the zoodles should be slightly tender with some crunch.
Step 4: Combine and Toss
  1. Return the cooked chicken to the skillet. Pour the sauce over the chicken and zoodles, tossing everything together until well-coated.
  2. Cook for an additional 1-2 minutes to heat through.
Step 5: Serve and Enjoy
  1. Serve immediately, garnished with sesame seeds or green onions if desired.

Nutrition

Calories: 240kcal

Notes

Ingredient Substitution: I often swap chicken breasts for thighs when I'm looking for a juicier bite, especially if I'm worried about overcooking.
They hold up beautifully in a stir-

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