Teriyaki Chicken Stir-Fry
Teriyaki Chicken Stir-Fry is a quick and vibrant dish that transforms ordinary weeknight dinners into an exciting culinary adventure. Juicy chicken strips enveloped in a glossy teriyaki glaze combine beautifully with colorful bell peppers and crunchy broccoli, creating a balanced and flavorful meal. Ready in under 30 minutes, this dish is perfect for busy evenings or spontaneous gatherings, impressing family and friends alike.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Total Time: 30 minutes
- Yield: Serves 4
- Category: Main
- Method: Stir-frying
- Cuisine: Asian
Ingredients
Scale
- 3–4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts (about 1 lb)
- 1 cup bell peppers (sliced, any color)
- 1 cup broccoli florets (fresh or frozen)
- 1 cup carrots (thinly sliced)
- 3 cloves garlic (minced)
- 1 tbsp grated ginger
- ¼ cup low-sodium soy sauce
- 2 tbsp honey or brown sugar
- 1 tbsp cornstarch
- 1 tsp sesame oil
Instructions
- Slice the chicken breasts into thin strips.
- In a bowl, whisk together soy sauce, honey (or brown sugar), minced garlic, grated ginger, and cornstarch until smooth.
- Heat oil in a skillet over medium-high heat; add chicken strips and cook until golden brown (5-7 minutes).
- Add bell peppers, broccoli, and carrots; stir-fry for about 3-4 minutes until veggies are tender-crisp.
- Pour the sauce over the stir-fry and cook while stirring until thickened (2-3 minutes).
- Drizzle with sesame oil before serving over rice or noodles.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 plate (250g)
- Calories: 320
- Sugar: 10g
- Sodium: 680mg
- Fat: 6g
- Saturated Fat: 1g
- Unsaturated Fat: 5g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 36g
- Fiber: 4g
- Protein: 25g
- Cholesterol: 75mg
Keywords: Customize your stir-fry by adding other vegetables like snap peas or pineapple. For optimal flavor, marinate the chicken for at least 30 minutes before cooking.