Zucchini Noodle Stir-Fry with Ginger Sesame Chicken

By AislePrompt Editorial · Published 2026-05-23 · Updated 2026-05-23

Tender chicken strips stir-fried with fresh zucchini noodles and a fragrant ginger sesame sauce for a quick keto meal. This Asian-inspired keto recipe (low carb), ready in about 30 minutes, pairs chicken breast, zucchini, sesame oil for a weeknight-friendly dinner that comes together with one pan and minimal cleanup. Each serving lands at about 320 calories and feeds 4, so it slots cleanly into a low-carb week and pairs well with cauliflower rice or roasted green vegetables. Tap "Plan a meal with the AI" below to drop this recipe into your week and send the ingredients straight to Instacart. Nutrition values are approximate, calculated from USDA FoodData Central (fdc.nal.usda.gov) — verify against ingredient labels for any health-driven dietary plan.

Ingredients

• 1 lb, thinly sliced chicken breast
• 3 medium, spiralized into noodles zucchini
• 2 tbsp sesame oil
• 1 tbsp, minced fresh ginger
• 2 cloves, minced garlic cloves
• 3 tbsp soy sauce (or tamari)
• 1 tbsp rice vinegar
• 1/4 tsp red pepper flakes
• 2 stalks, sliced green onions
• 1 tbsp sesame seeds
• 1/2 tsp salt
• 1/4 tsp black pepper

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Instructions

1. Step 1: Heat 1 tbsp sesame oil in a large wok or skillet over medium-high heat until hot but not smoking.
2. Step 2: Add 1 lb thinly sliced chicken breast, season with 1/2 tsp salt and 1/4 tsp black pepper, and stir-fry for 5-6 minutes until cooked through and lightly browned; remove chicken and set aside.
3. Step 3: In the same skillet, add remaining 1 tbsp sesame oil, 1 tbsp minced fresh ginger, and 2 minced garlic cloves; sauté for 30 seconds until fragrant.
4. Step 4: Add 3 medium spiralized zucchini noodles and stir-fry for 2-3 minutes until just tender but still crisp.
5. Step 5: Return cooked chicken to the skillet, then add 3 tbsp soy sauce, 1 tbsp rice vinegar, and 1/4 tsp red pepper flakes; toss everything together and cook for another 2 minutes until heated through and sauce coats the ingredients.
6. Step 6: Remove from heat and garnish with 2 sliced green onions and 1 tbsp toasted sesame seeds before serving.