Description
Easy Teriyaki Chicken Stir Fry is a quick and flavorful weeknight dinner featuring tender chicken pieces stir-fried with crisp vegetables in a homemade sweet and savory teriyaki sauce.
Ingredients
- 1 lb boneless, skinless chicken breasts, cut into 1-inch pieces
- 1/2 tsp garlic powder
- Pepper to taste
- 3 tbsp cornstarch, divided
- 3 tbsp olive oil, divided
- 1/2 medium onion, sliced
- 2 cups broccoli florets
- 1/2 red bell pepper, sliced into strips
- 1/2 cup soy sauce (low sodium preferred)
- 1/4 cup water
- 2 tbsp honey
- 1 tbsp brown sugar
- 1 tbsp rice wine vinegar
- 1/2 tsp toasted sesame oil
- 1 tsp fresh ginger, grated
- 1 tsp fresh garlic, minced
- Optional garnishes: sesame seeds, sliced green onions
Instructions
- Cut your chicken breasts into uniform 1-inch pieces. Season them with garlic powder and a pinch of black pepper. In a bowl, toss the seasoned chicken with 1 tablespoon of cornstarch until each piece is lightly coated.
- Prepare your teriyaki sauce by whisking together the soy sauce, water, honey, brown sugar, rice wine vinegar, toasted sesame oil, grated ginger, minced garlic, and the remaining 2 tablespoons of cornstarch in a small bowl. Set aside.
- Heat 2 tablespoons of olive oil in a large skillet or wok over medium-high heat until shimmering. Cook the chicken in batches, if necessary, to avoid overcrowding, searing until browned and cooked through. Transfer the cooked chicken to a plate and set aside.
- Add the remaining 1 tablespoon of olive oil to the skillet. Introduce the sliced onion, broccoli florets, and red bell pepper. Stir-fry for 5-7 minutes until the vegetables are tender-crisp.
- Return the cooked chicken to the skillet with the vegetables. Give the prepared teriyaki sauce a quick re-whisk and pour it over the chicken and vegetables.
- Bring the mixture to a boil, then reduce the heat and simmer for 2-3 minutes, stirring constantly, until the sauce thickens and beautifully coats all ingredients.
- Serve your Teriyaki Chicken Stir Fry immediately, garnished with sesame seeds and sliced green onions if desired, and typically alongside steamed rice.
Notes
- Use low-sodium soy sauce to reduce salt content.
- Serve with steamed rice or noodles for a complete meal.
- Garnish with sesame seeds and sliced green onions for added flavor and presentation.
- Ensure chicken is cooked to an internal temperature of 165°F (74°C).