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A vibrant plate of teriyaki chicken stir fry featuring golden-brown chicken chunks coated in glossy teriyaki sauce, colorful bell peppers, broccoli florets, and sliced carrots arranged on a white ceramic plate, garnished with sesame seeds and chopped green onions, styled on a rustic wooden surface with natural lighting highlighting the textures and colors.

Flavorful Teriyaki Chicken Stir Fry for Quick Weeknight Dinner

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A quick, flavorful stir fry combining tender chicken and crisp vegetables in a savory teriyaki sauce, perfect for a weeknight dinner.

  • Total Time: 25 minutes
  • Yield: 4 servings

Ingredients

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  • 1 lb boneless skinless chicken breasts, cut into bite-sized pieces
  • 2 cups broccoli florets
  • 1 red bell pepper, sliced
  • 1 carrot, sliced
  • 3 tablespoons soy sauce
  • 2 tablespoons honey or maple syrup
  • 1 tablespoon sesame oil
  • 2 cloves garlic, minced
  • 1 teaspoon fresh ginger, grated
  • 1 tablespoon cornstarch mixed with 2 tbsp water (optional for glaze)
  • Sesame seeds and chopped green onions for garnish

Instructions

  1. Heat sesame oil in a large skillet or wok over medium-high heat.
  2. Add chicken pieces and cook until browned and cooked through, about 5-7 minutes.
  3. Add garlic and ginger, sauté for 30 seconds until fragrant.
  4. Add broccoli, bell pepper, and carrot; stir-fry until vegetables are tender-crisp, about 3-5 minutes.
  5. Stir in soy sauce and honey; cook for another minute.
  6. If desired, add cornstarch slurry and cook until sauce thickens, about 1-2 minutes.
  7. Garnish with sesame seeds and chopped green onions before serving.

Notes

  • Adjust soy sauce and honey to taste for sweeter or saltier flavor.
  • Serve over steamed rice or noodles for a complete meal.
  • Feel free to add other vegetables like snap peas or mushrooms.
  • Prep Time: 10 minutes
  • Cook Time: 15 minutes
  • Method: Stir-frying
  • Cuisine: Asian
  • Diet: Gluten-Free (if using tamari)

Nutrition

  • Serving Size: 1 plate
  • Calories: 350 Kcal
  • Sugar: 12g
  • Sodium: 900mg
  • Fat: 14g
  • Saturated Fat: 2g
  • Unsaturated Fat: 10g
  • Trans Fat: 0g
  • Carbohydrates: 34g
  • Fiber: 5g
  • Protein: 28g
  • Cholesterol: 70mg
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