Colorful Teriyaki Chicken Stir-Fry
Colorful teriyaki chicken stir-fry is a delightful dish that combines tender chicken with an array of fresh vegetables, all enveloped in a sweet and savory teriyaki sauce. This quick and easy recipe is perfect for busy weeknights, ready in just 30 minutes. With its vibrant colors and mouthwatering flavors, it’s sure to impress family and friends alike.
- 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 (sliced; mix of red, yellow, and green)
- 1 cup zucchini (sliced thinly)
- 1 cup broccoli florets
- 3 cloves fresh garlic (minced)
- 1/4 cup low-sodium soy sauce
- 2 tbsp honey or brown sugar
- 1 tbsp rice vinegar
- 1 tbsp cooking oil
Instructions
- Chop the bell peppers, zucchini, and broccoli into bite-sized pieces.
- In a bowl, whisk together the soy sauce, honey (or brown sugar), minced garlic, and rice vinegar until well combined.
- Heat oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat. Add chicken pieces and cook for about 5-7 minutes until golden brown.
- Add the sliced veggies to the skillet and stir-fry for another 3-5 minutes until they are tender yet crunchy.
- Pour the teriyaki sauce over the chicken and vegetables, stirring well to coat evenly. Cook for an additional minute until the sauce thickens slightly.
- Serve hot over jasmine rice or quinoa if desired.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup (about 250g)
- Calories: 320
- Sugar: 12g
- Sodium: 600mg
- Fat: 8g
- Saturated Fat: 2g
- Unsaturated Fat: 5g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 25g
- Fiber: 4g
- Protein: 35g
- Cholesterol: 85mg
Keywords: Feel free to customize your stir-fry by swapping in seasonal vegetables like carrots or snap peas. For extra flavor, consider adding sesame oil or garnishing with sesame seeds.