Chicken Stir Fry with Zucchini Noodles

Ingredients

• Chicken breast strips 5 oz
• Zucchini noodles 2 cups
• Bell peppers 1/2 cup
• Olive oil 1 tbsp
• Soy sauce (low sodium) 1 tbsp

Method

1. Prepare ingredients. Wash the zucchini and bell peppers thoroughly. Using a spiralizer or a vegetable peeler, create zucchini noodles and set aside 2 cups. Thinly slice 1/2 cup of bell peppers. Cut 5 oz chicken breast into thin strips to ensure quick and even cooking.
   Tip: If you don’t have a spiralizer, you can use a vegetable peeler to create long, thin strips of zucchini.
2. Heat the pan and cook chicken. Place a large non-stick skillet or wok on medium-high heat. Add 1 tablespoon of olive oil and let it warm up for about 30 seconds. Add the chicken strips to the pan in a single layer. Let them cook without stirring for 2 minutes to get a nice sear, then stir and cook for another 2-3 minutes until the chicken is cooked through and no longer pink inside.
   Tip: Avoid overcrowding the pan to ensure the chicken browns nicely instead of steaming.
3. Add bell peppers and stir fry. Add the sliced bell peppers to the pan with the chicken. Stir fry together for 2 minutes until the peppers start to soften but still retain some crunch.
   Tip: Keep stirring frequently to prevent burning and to cook the vegetables evenly.
4. Add zucchini noodles and soy sauce. Add the zucchini noodles to the pan along with 1 tablespoon of low sodium soy sauce. Toss everything gently to combine and cook for an additional 1-2 minutes until the zucchini noodles are just tender but not mushy.
   Tip: Zucchini noodles cook very quickly, so avoid overcooking to maintain their texture.
5. Serve immediately. Once everything is cooked and well combined, transfer the stir fry to a plate and serve immediately while hot.
   Tip: Garnish with chopped green onions or sesame seeds if desired for extra flavor and presentation.

Pro tips

• Use a high heat and a large pan or wok to cook ingredients quickly and retain their texture.
• Prepare all ingredients before starting to cook to make the process smooth and efficient.