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The Ultimate Teriyaki Chicken Stir Fry: A Weeknight Hero, Deconstructed

The Ultimate Teriyaki Chicken Stir Fry: A Weeknight Hero, Deconstructed
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This Teriyaki Chicken Stir Fry is a weeknight lifesaver! Tender chicken pieces, crisp-tender broccoli, colorful bell peppers, and onions are coated in a sweet and sticky teriyaki sauce. It’s fast, flavorful, and can be ready in just 35 minutes—perfect for a satisfying homemade dinner.

Ingredients

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Chicken & Veggies:

  • 2 boneless, skinless chicken breasts, cut into 1” pieces

  • 1/2 tsp garlic powder

  • Pepper, to taste

  • 3 tbsp cornstarch

  • 3 tbsp olive oil, divided

  • 1/2 medium onion, sliced

  • 2 cups broccoli florets

  • 1/2 red bell pepper, sliced

Sauce:

  • 1/2 cup chicken broth

  • 3 tbsp mirin (or substitute with a little extra chicken broth + sugar)

  • 2 tbsp soy sauce

  • 1 tsp rice vinegar (or apple cider vinegar)

  • 1/4 cup packed brown sugar

  • 1 tbsp cornstarch

  • 1 tsp grated fresh ginger

  • 2 cloves garlic, minced

Instructions

  • Prep: Cut vegetables into bite-size pieces (make broccoli small so it cooks evenly). Whisk together all sauce ingredients in a medium bowl.

  • Coat Chicken: Sprinkle chicken with garlic powder and pepper. Toss with cornstarch until evenly coated.

  • Cook Chicken: Heat 2 tbsp olive oil in a deep skillet over medium-high heat. Cook chicken in two batches for best browning, 4 minutes per side or until cooked through. Transfer to a plate. Add extra oil if needed for the second batch.

  • Cook Veggies: Add onions to the skillet and cook 1 minute, stirring. Add broccoli and bell pepper, cook 3 minutes until tender-crisp (or longer if softer veggies are preferred).

  • Combine: Return chicken to the skillet. Pour in the sauce, stirring constantly until thickened and everything is coated (less than 1 minute). Serve immediately over rice or noodles.

Notes

  • Prep first: Have all veggies chopped and sauce ready before cooking—the stir fry comes together quickly.

  • Batch cooking: Don’t overcrowd the pan when browning chicken; it ensures better caramelization.

  • Veggie texture: Adjust cooking time for broccoli and peppers to your preferred crunch.

  • Make it healthier: Serve over cauliflower rice or brown rice for a lighter option.

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