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The Ultimate Guide to Stir Fry Teriyaki Chicken: A Weeknight Hero

The Ultimate Guide to Stir Fry Teriyaki Chicken: A Weeknight Hero
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Stir Fry Teriyaki Chicken

Stir Fry Teriyaki Chicken is your weeknight dinner hero — fast, flavorful, and loaded with color. Juicy chicken and crisp veggies are tossed in a glossy homemade teriyaki sauce that’s perfectly sweet, savory, and garlicky. Serve it over rice or noodles for a wholesome, restaurant-worthy meal in under 30 minutes.

Ingredients

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For the Chicken and Vegetables

  • 1 lb boneless, skinless chicken breasts or thighs, cut into bite-sized pieces

  • 1 tbsp vegetable oil or sesame oil

  • 1 red bell pepper, sliced

  • 1 yellow bell pepper, sliced

  • 1 cup broccoli florets

  • 1 medium carrot, thinly sliced

  • 1 small onion, sliced

  • 2 cloves garlic, minced

  • 1 tsp grated fresh ginger (optional)

For the Teriyaki Sauce

  • ⅓ cup soy sauce

  • 3 tbsp honey or brown sugar

  • 2 tbsp rice vinegar or apple cider vinegar

  • 1 tbsp cornstarch dissolved in 2 tbsp water

  • ¼ cup water

  • 1 tsp sesame oil (optional)

For Garnish

  • Sesame seeds (optional)

  • Chopped green onions (optional)

Instructions

  • Prep the Ingredients

    • Slice the vegetables and chicken into bite-sized pieces.

    • Mince the garlic and grate the ginger.

  • Make the Teriyaki Sauce

    • In a small bowl, whisk together soy sauce, honey, vinegar, water, and sesame oil.

    • Stir in the cornstarch slurry until smooth and set aside.

  • Cook the Chicken

    • Heat oil in a large skillet or wok over medium-high heat.

    • Add chicken and cook 5–7 minutes, until browned and fully cooked. Remove and set aside.

  • Stir Fry the Vegetables

    • In the same pan, add garlic and ginger; sauté 30 seconds until fragrant.

    • Add broccoli, bell peppers, carrots, and onion. Stir fry 5–6 minutes, until tender-crisp.

  • Combine and Sauce

    • Return the chicken to the pan.

    • Pour in the teriyaki sauce and cook 2–3 minutes, stirring, until thickened and glossy.

  • Serve and Garnish

    • Serve hot over steamed rice or noodles.

    • Sprinkle with sesame seeds and green onions.

Notes

  • Meal Prep: Doubles well and reheats beautifully for lunches.

  • Add Heat: Toss in a pinch of red pepper flakes or drizzle of sriracha.

  • Gluten-Free Option: Use tamari instead of soy sauce.

  • Veggie Swap: Snap peas, zucchini, or baby corn make great additions.

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