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Teriyaki Chicken Stir Fry

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A quick and easy teriyaki chicken stir fry with a sweet, sticky sauce that perfectly coats tender chicken and crisp vegetables, ideal for a fuss-free weeknight dinner.

Ingredients

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  • 1 pound boneless, skinless chicken breasts or thighs, cut into bite-sized pieces
  • 1 medium red bell pepper, sliced
  • 1 cup broccoli florets
  • 1 medium carrot, thinly sliced
  • 2 green onions, chopped
  • ½ cup soy sauce (low-sodium preferred)
  • ¼ cup honey
  • 2 tablespoons rice vinegar
  • 1 tablespoon grated fresh ginger
  • 2 cloves garlic, minced
  • 1 tablespoon cornstarch mixed with 2 tablespoons cold water
  • 1–2 tablespoons vegetable or sesame oil
  • Freshly ground black pepper, to taste
  • Optional: sesame seeds for garnish

Instructions

  1. Cut chicken into 1-inch pieces. Slice bell pepper and carrot, chop broccoli into bite-sized florets. Set green onions aside for garnish.
  2. In a bowl, whisk together soy sauce, honey, rice vinegar, grated ginger, and minced garlic until combined. Set aside.
  3. Heat 1 tablespoon vegetable or sesame oil in a skillet or wok over medium-high heat. Add chicken pieces in a single layer and sear undisturbed for 2-3 minutes, then stir and cook until no longer pink, about 5-6 minutes total.
  4. Add bell pepper, broccoli, and carrot. Stir fry for 3-4 minutes until vegetables are tender-crisp but still vibrant and slightly crunchy.
  5. Pour in the teriyaki sauce and stir well to coat chicken and vegetables.
  6. Slowly add the cornstarch slurry while stirring continuously until the sauce thickens and becomes glossy, about 1-2 minutes. Add a splash of water if sauce becomes too thick.
  7. Season with black pepper to taste. Remove from heat and sprinkle chopped green onions and sesame seeds on top.
  8. Serve hot over steamed white or brown rice, or with noodles.

Notes

Marinate chicken in soy sauce and garlic for 15 minutes before cooking for extra flavor. Avoid overcrowding the pan to maintain a good sear. Stir sauce continuously when adding cornstarch slurry to prevent lumps. For a spicy twist, add chili garlic sauce or red pepper flakes. Can be baked at 425°F for 15-20 minutes as an alternative cooking method.

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