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Easy Teriyaki Chicken Stir-Fry with Broccoli and Peppers

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This quick and easy teriyaki chicken stir-fry features juicy chicken, crisp broccoli, and colorful peppers tossed in a homemade sweet-savory teriyaki sauce. Perfect for busy weeknights, it’s a healthy, crowd-pleasing dinner that comes together in under 30 minutes.

Ingredients

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  • 1 lb boneless, skinless chicken breasts, cut into thin strips
  • 2 cups broccoli florets (about 8 oz)
  • 1 large red bell pepper, sliced thin
  • 1 large yellow bell pepper, sliced thin
  • 2 garlic cloves, minced
  • 2 tbsp vegetable oil (or avocado oil), divided
  • 1/4 cup low-sodium soy sauce (or tamari for gluten-free)
  • 2 tbsp honey (or maple syrup)
  • 1 tbsp rice vinegar
  • 2 tsp cornstarch, mixed with 2 tbsp water
  • 1 tsp sesame oil
  • 1/2 tsp freshly grated ginger (optional)
  • 1 tbsp sesame seeds, toasted
  • 2 green onions, sliced (optional)
  • Cooked rice, for serving (white, brown, or cauliflower rice)

Instructions

  1. Slice chicken breasts into thin strips (about 1/2 inch thick). Chop broccoli into small florets and slice bell peppers into thin strips. Mince garlic.
  2. In a small bowl, whisk together soy sauce, honey, rice vinegar, ginger, and sesame oil. In a separate bowl, mix cornstarch with water until smooth. Set both aside.
  3. Heat 1 tbsp oil in a large skillet or wok over medium-high heat. Add chicken strips in an even layer and sear for 2-3 minutes without stirring. Flip and cook another 2 minutes until just cooked through. Remove chicken to a plate.
  4. Add remaining 1 tbsp oil to the pan. Add broccoli florets and sauté for 2 minutes. Add peppers and garlic, stir-frying for 3-4 minutes until veggies are bright and just starting to soften.
  5. Return chicken to the pan with veggies. Pour in teriyaki sauce and stir to coat evenly. Cook for 1 minute.
  6. Stir in the cornstarch-water mixture. Cook, stirring constantly, for 1-2 minutes until sauce is glossy and thickened. Add a splash of water if too thick.
  7. Remove pan from heat. Sprinkle with sesame seeds and green onions. Serve hot over cooked rice, spooning extra sauce over each portion.

Notes

For gluten-free, use tamari instead of soy sauce. Swap chicken for tofu for a vegetarian version. Use high heat and avoid overcrowding the pan for crisp veggies. Add chili flakes or sriracha for a spicy kick. Stir-fry is great for meal prep and tastes even better the next day.

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