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Teriyaki Chicken Zucchini Bowls


  • Author: Jennie Graham
  • Total Time: 30 minutes
  • Yield: 4 1x

Description

A delicious and healthy teriyaki chicken zucchini bowls recipe featuring tender marinated chicken, crisp zucchini, and savory Asian flavors. Perfect for a quick weeknight dinner that’s both nutritious and satisfying.


Ingredients

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  • 4 pieces (1 lb) boneless, skinless chicken breasts
  • 2 pieces medium zucchinis
  • 3 pieces, minced garlic cloves
  • 1/2 cup teriyaki sauce
  • 1 tbsp sesame oil
  • 2 stalks, sliced green onions
  • 1 tbsp sesame seeds
  • 1/4 cup low-sodium soy sauce
  • 3 tbsp brown sugar
  • 1 tbsp rice vinegar

Instructions

  • Prep Ingredients: Slice zucchini into half-moons and dice chicken into bite-sized pieces for even cooking
  • Marinate Chicken: Combine chicken with teriyaki sauce in a bowl and let sit for at least 15 minutes
  • Cook Chicken: Heat sesame oil in skillet over medium-high heat, add marinated chicken and cook 6-8 minutes until browned
  • Add Garlic: Stir minced garlic into the pan during the last minute of chicken cooking
  • Sauté Zucchini: Remove chicken, add zucchini to same skillet and sauté 3-4 minutes until tender yet crisp
  • Combine: Return chicken to skillet with zucchini, drizzle additional teriyaki sauce, toss gently for one minute
  • Serve: Serve hot, garnished with sliced green onions and sesame seeds

Notes

  • Cut chicken pieces uniformly to ensure even cooking and prevent some pieces from becoming overcooked while others remain underdone
  • Don’t overcrowd the pan when cooking chicken as this will cause steaming instead of proper browning and searing
  • Keep zucchini slightly crisp by avoiding overcooking – they should be tender but still have a slight bite to them
  • Reserve some marinade separately before adding raw chicken if you want extra sauce for serving to avoid cross-contamination
  • Prep Time: 15 minutes
  • Cook Time: 15 minutes
  • Category: Main Course
  • Method: Stir-fry
  • Cuisine: Asian

Nutrition

  • Serving Size: 1 serving
  • Calories: 285 calories
  • Sugar: 12g
  • Sodium: 890mg
  • Fat: 8g
  • Saturated Fat: 2g
  • Unsaturated Fat: 6g
  • Trans Fat: 0g
  • Carbohydrates: 18g
  • Fiber: 2g
  • Protein: 35g
  • Cholesterol: 85mg

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