Quick and Easy Chicken Teriyaki Stir Fry

Name: Quick and Easy Chicken Teriyaki Stir Fry
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 15 min
Total time: 30 min
Yield: 4
Cuisine: Asian
Ingredients: 1 pound Chicken Breast (cut into bite-sized pieces); 2 cups Broccoli florets; 2 medium Carrots (peeled and thinly sliced); 1 large Bell Pepper (any color, sliced); 0.5 medium Yellow Onion (sliced); 2 cloves Garlic (minced); 1 tablespoon Fresh Ginger (grated); 3 cups Cooked Rice (for serving); 0.5 cup Soy Sauce (low sodium preferred); 0.25 cup Water; 2 tablespoons Honey (or brown sugar); 1 tablespoon Rice Vinegar; 1 teaspoon Sesame Oil; 1 tablespoon Cornstarch (mixed with 2 tbsp cold water to create a slurry); 1 tablespoon Vegetable Oil (or other high smoke point oil)

A delicious and simple Chicken Teriyaki Stir Fry recipe that can be prepared and cooked in about 30 minutes, perfect for a fast weeknight dinner. This flavorful dish combines tender chicken with crisp vegetables and a savory homemade teriyaki sauce, served over fluffy rice, bringing an authentic Asian taste to your table quickly.

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#Stir Fry

#Easy Dinner

#30 Minute Meals

#Asian Food

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Recipe Information

15m

Prep Time

15m

Cook Time

30m

Total Time

Servings

Easy

Asian

English

Nutrition (per serving)

450

Calories

35g

Protein

50g

Carbs

12g

Fat

Chicken Browning in the Wok

Ingredients

Servings: 4

💡 Tip: Check off ingredients as you add them to keep track of your progress!

Colorful Vegetables Stir-Frying

Instructions

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Prepare the chicken by cutting it into bite-sized pieces and set aside. Chop all vegetables as directed.
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Prepare the chicken by cutting it into bite-sized pieces and set aside. Chop all vegetables as directed.
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Ensure chicken pieces are uniform for even cooking. Have all ingredients prepped before cooking begins.
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In a small bowl, whisk together soy sauce, 1/4 cup water, honey, rice vinegar, and sesame oil for the teriyaki sauce. Set aside. Prepare the cornstarch slurry by mixing 1 tbsp cornstarch with 2 tbsp cold water.
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In a small bowl, whisk together soy sauce, 1/4 cup water, honey, rice vinegar, and sesame oil for the teriyaki sauce. Set aside. Prepare the cornstarch slurry by mixing 1 tbsp cornstarch with 2 tbsp cold water.
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Whisk well to fully dissolve honey and combine all liquids.
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Heat vegetable oil in a large skillet or wok over medium-high heat. Add the chicken pieces and stir-fry until browned and cooked through, about 5-7 minutes. Remove chicken from the skillet and set aside.
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Heat vegetable oil in a large skillet or wok over medium-high heat. Add the chicken pieces and stir-fry until browned and cooked through, about 5-7 minutes. Remove chicken from the skillet and set aside.
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Do not overcrowd the pan; cook chicken in batches if necessary to ensure it browns nicely.
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Add the broccoli, carrots, bell pepper, and onion to the same skillet. Stir-fry for 3-5 minutes until vegetables are tender-crisp.
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Add the broccoli, carrots, bell pepper, and onion to the same skillet. Stir-fry for 3-5 minutes until vegetables are tender-crisp.
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Cook vegetables to your preferred crispness, avoiding overcooking.
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Add the minced garlic and grated ginger to the vegetables and stir-fry for 1 minute until fragrant.
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Add the minced garlic and grated ginger to the vegetables and stir-fry for 1 minute until fragrant.
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Keep moving the garlic and ginger to prevent burning.
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Return the cooked chicken to the skillet with the vegetables. Give the prepared teriyaki sauce a quick stir and pour it over the chicken and vegetables. Bring to a simmer.
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Return the cooked chicken to the skillet with the vegetables. Give the prepared teriyaki sauce a quick stir and pour it over the chicken and vegetables. Bring to a simmer.
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Ensure chicken and vegetables are evenly coated with the sauce.
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Stir the cornstarch slurry once more and slowly pour it into the simmering sauce while stirring continuously. Cook for 1-2 minutes, or until the sauce has thickened to your desired consistency.
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Stir the cornstarch slurry once more and slowly pour it into the simmering sauce while stirring continuously. Cook for 1-2 minutes, or until the sauce has thickened to your desired consistency.
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Adding the slurry slowly helps prevent lumps and allows you to control thickness.
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Serve the Chicken Teriyaki Stir Fry immediately over hot cooked rice.
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Serve the Chicken Teriyaki Stir Fry immediately over hot cooked rice.
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Garnish with sesame seeds or sliced green onions for extra flavor and presentation.