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A close-up overhead shot of the easy homemade teriyaki chicken stir fry, showing the texture of the chicken, broccoli, and carrots in the rich sauce.

Teriyaki Chicken Stir Fry (Ready in 20 Minutes!)

This quick and easy Teriyaki Chicken Stir Fry recipe is ready in just 20 minutes! Featuring tender chicken, crisp vegetables, and a simple homemade teriyaki sauce, it's the perfect healthy and delicious weeknight dinner that's better than takeout.
Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 10 minutes
Total Time 20 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Dinner, Main Course
Cuisine: Asian, Japanese
Calories: 385

Ingredients
  

  • 1 lb boneless, skinless chicken breast cut into 1-inch pieces
  • 1 tbsp avocado oil or other high-smoke point oil
  • 2 cups broccoli florets
  • 1 red bell pepper thinly sliced
  • 1 cup carrots julienned or thinly sliced
  • 2 green onions sliced, for garnish
  • 1 tsp sesame seeds for garnish
  • 1/2 cup low-sodium soy sauce
  • 1/4 cup honey
  • 1 tbsp rice vinegar
  • 2 cloves garlic minced
  • 1 tsp fresh ginger grated
  • 1 tbsp cornstarch
  • 2 tbsp cold water

Equipment

  • 1 Large Skillet or Wok
  • 2 Mixing Bowls
  • 1 Whisk

Method
 

  1. In a small bowl, whisk together the soy sauce, honey, rice vinegar, minced garlic, and grated ginger. In a separate tiny bowl, mix the cornstarch and cold water to create a slurry. Set both aside.
  2. Heat the avocado oil in a large skillet or wok over medium-high heat. Add the chicken pieces in a single layer and cook for 5-7 minutes, stirring occasionally, until golden brown and cooked through. Remove the chicken from the skillet and set it aside.
  3. Add the broccoli florets, sliced bell pepper, and carrots to the same skillet. Stir-fry for 4-5 minutes until they are tender-crisp.
  4. Return the cooked chicken to the skillet with the vegetables. Pour the teriyaki sauce mixture over everything and bring it to a simmer. Stir in the cornstarch slurry and continue to cook for 1-2 minutes, stirring constantly, until the sauce has thickened and coats the chicken and vegetables.
  5. Garnish with sliced green onions and a sprinkle of sesame seeds. Serve immediately over rice or noodles.

Notes

Prep Ahead: Chop all your vegetables and chicken in advance to make the cooking process go even faster.
Don't Overcook Veggies: Keep a close eye on your vegetables to ensure they stay crisp-tender for the best texture.
Storage: Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3 days.