Colorful Teriyaki Chicken Stir-Fry
Colorful teriyaki chicken stir-fry is a vibrant and delicious dish that combines tender chicken with an array of fresh vegetables, all coated in a sweet and savory teriyaki sauce. Perfect for busy weeknights or casual gatherings, this quick and easy recipe will not only satisfy your taste buds but also brighten up your dinner table. Customize it with your favorite veggies for a meal that everyone will love!
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 10 minutes
- Total Time: 25 minutes
- Yield: Serves 4
- Category: Main
- Method: Stir-frying
- Cuisine: Asian
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 lb boneless, skinless chicken breasts, cut into bite-sized pieces
- 1 cup bell peppers (red, yellow, green), sliced
- 1 cup broccoli florets
- 1 cup carrots, thinly sliced
- 2 cloves fresh garlic, minced
- 1/4 cup low-sodium soy sauce
- 2 tbsp brown sugar
- 1 tsp sesame oil
- 2 tbsp vegetable oil (for cooking)
Instructions
- Prepare all ingredients by chopping the chicken and vegetables into bite-sized pieces.
- In a small bowl, whisk together soy sauce, brown sugar, garlic, and sesame oil until smooth.
- Heat a large skillet or wok over medium-high heat and add vegetable oil.
- Add chicken in a single layer and sauté until browned and cooked through (about 5 minutes).
- Toss in bell peppers, broccoli, and carrots; stir-fry until tender-crisp (about 3-4 minutes).
- Drizzle the prepared teriyaki sauce over the stir-fry, tossing to coat evenly.
- Serve hot with rice or noodles.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup (approximately 250g)
- Calories: 350
- Sugar: 8g
- Sodium: 600mg
- Fat: 10g
- Saturated Fat: 1.5g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 26g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 40g
- Cholesterol: 90mg
Keywords: For added crunch, sprinkle sesame seeds on top before serving. Substitute chicken with tofu or shrimp for different protein options. Feel free to add pineapples for a hint of sweetness.