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Teriyaki Chicken Stir Fry

This Teriyaki Chicken Stir Fry is a quick and flavorful dish featuring tender chicken, crisp vegetables, and a homemade teriyaki sauce, perfect for busy weeknights or meal prep.
Prep Time15 minutes
Cook Time15 minutes
Total Time30 minutes
Course: Main Course
Cuisine: Asian
Keyword: Chicken, Easy, Gluten-Free, Quick, Stir Fry
Servings: 4 servings

Ingredients

  • 1/4 cup low-sodium soy sauce (use tamari for gluten-free option)
  • 1/4 cup water
  • 2 tablespoons honey
  • 1 tablespoon brown sugar
  • 1 tablespoon rice vinegar
  • 1/2 teaspoon toasted sesame oil
  • 2 teaspoons fresh ginger peeled and grated
  • 2 teaspoons fresh garlic peeled and minced
  • 2 teaspoons cornstarch
  • 1 lb boneless, skinless chicken breast or thighs thinly sliced
  • 2 tablespoons vegetable or canola oil
  • 2 cups mixed vegetables (such as bell peppers, broccoli florets, snap peas, and carrots)
  • 2 green onions sliced (optional, for garnish)
  • 1 tablespoon toasted sesame seeds (optional, for garnish)
  • Cooked jasmine rice or noodles for serving

Instructions

  • In a small bowl, whisk together the low-sodium soy sauce (or tamari), water, honey, brown sugar, rice vinegar, toasted sesame oil, grated ginger, minced garlic, and cornstarch until smooth. Set aside.
  • Heat 1 tablespoon of vegetable oil in a large skillet or wok over medium-high heat. Add the thinly sliced chicken and cook for about 4-5 minutes, stirring occasionally, until the chicken is cooked through and starting to brown. Remove the chicken from the skillet and set it aside.
  • Add the remaining 1 tablespoon of oil to the same skillet. Toss in the mixed vegetables and stir fry for 3-4 minutes until they are crisp-tender but still vibrant and colorful.
  • Return the cooked chicken to the skillet with the vegetables. Pour the prepared teriyaki sauce over everything. Stir well to combine and cook for another 2-3 minutes, allowing the sauce to thicken and evenly coat the chicken and veggies.
  • Remove from heat. Sprinkle with sliced green onions and toasted sesame seeds if desired. Serve hot over jasmine rice or your favorite noodles for a complete meal.

Equipment

  • Large Skillet or Wok
  • Small Bowl

Notes

Use thinly sliced chicken thighs for juicier meat. Make sure all ingredients are prepped before cooking as stir fry cooks quickly. If sauce thickens too much, thin with water or broth. For extra flavor, marinate chicken in half the sauce 15-20 minutes before cooking. Add vegetables in stages based on cooking times. Toast sesame seeds for 1-2 minutes before garnishing. Variations include swapping protein, changing vegetables, adding spice, nuts, or making it vegan.