chicken teriyaki stir fry
This Chicken Teriyaki Stir Fry is a quick and delicious dish that combines tender chicken with a medley of colorful vegetables, all tossed in a flavorful teriyaki sauce. It's perfect for a busy weeknight dinner and can be easily customized with your favorite veggies.
Equipment
- 1 wok or large skillet
- 1 cooking spoon or spatula
- 1 cutting board
- 1 set measuring cups
- 1 set measuring spoons
Ingredients
- 1 lb boneless, skinless chicken breasts, thinly sliced
- 2 tablespoons vegetable oil
- 1 cup bell peppers, sliced any color
- 1 cup broccoli florets
- 1 cup snap peas
- 3 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 tablespoon fresh ginger, minced
- ½ cup teriyaki sauce
- 2 cups cooked rice for serving
- sesame seeds optional, for garnish
- green onions, sliced optional, for garnish
Instructions
- Begin by preparing all your ingredients. Slice the chicken breasts and vegetables, mince the garlic and ginger, and set everything aside.
- Heat the vegetable oil in a wok or large skillet over medium-high heat. Once hot, add the sliced chicken and stir-fry for about 5-6 minutes or until the chicken is cooked through and golden brown.
- Add the minced garlic and ginger to the chicken, stirring for about 30 seconds until fragrant.
- Toss in the bell peppers, broccoli, and snap peas. Stir-fry for an additional 3-4 minutes, or until the vegetables are just tender but still crisp.
- Pour the teriyaki sauce over the chicken and vegetables, stirring to coat everything evenly. Cook for another 1-2 minutes to heat the sauce through.
- Serve the Chicken Teriyaki Stir Fry over cooked rice. Garnish with sesame seeds and sliced green onions if desired.
Notes
Feel free to include any other vegetables you enjoy, such as carrots, zucchini, or mushrooms.
For a spicier version, consider adding red pepper flakes or Sriracha to the sauce.
This dish pairs well with steamed rice or noodles for a heartier meal.