Best-Ever Teriyaki Chicken Stir-Fry
A savory, sweet, and umami-rich stir-fry with marinated chicken and colorful vegetables. This asian-inspired asian ready in about 30 minutes pairs soy sauce, brown sugar, grated ginger for a weeknight-friendly dinner that comes together with one pan and minimal cleanup. Each serving lands at about 420 calories and feeds 4, so it slots cleanly into a weekly meal plan and pairs well with a quick salad or grain on the side. Tap "Plan a meal with the AI" below to drop this recipe into your week and send the ingredients straight to Instacart. Nutrition values are approximate, calculated from USDA FoodData Central (fdc.nal.usda.gov) — verify against ingredient labels for any health-driven dietary plan.
Ingredients
- 1 lb, sliced into 1/4-inch strips chicken breast
- 3 tbsp soy sauce
- 1 tbsp brown sugar
- 1 tbsp, grated ginger
- 3 garlic cloves
- 2, sliced bell peppers
- 1 cup, florets broccoli
- 1 tbsp sesame oil
Instructions
- Step 1: In a bowl, whisk together 3 tbsp soy sauce, 1 tbsp brown sugar, 1 tbsp grated ginger, and 3 minced garlic cloves. Add 1 lb chicken strips and marinate for 15 minutes.
- Step 2: Heat 1 tbsp sesame oil in a wok over high heat. Add marinated chicken and stir-fry for 5-7 minutes until golden and cooked through.
- Step 3: Push chicken to the sides of the wok, then add 2 sliced bell peppers and 1 cup broccoli florets. Stir-fry for 3-4 minutes until tender-crisp.
- Step 4: Return chicken to the wok, pour in remaining soy sauce mixture, and stir to coat. Cook for 2-3 minutes until sauce thickens and glazes the chicken.
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Frequently asked questions
How long does Best-Ever Teriyaki Chicken Stir-Fry take to make?
Total time is about 30 minutes (15 min prep + 15 min cook). Most home cooks find this fits comfortably into a weeknight; double the batch on Sunday for two dinners.
How do I store leftover Best-Ever Teriyaki Chicken Stir-Fry?
Cool to room temperature within 2 hours, then store in an airtight container in the fridge for up to 4 days. Reheat covered in a 350°F oven for 10-12 minutes, or microwave at 70% power in 60-second bursts to keep soy sauce from drying out.
Can I substitute ingredients in Best-Ever Teriyaki Chicken Stir-Fry?
Yes — most ingredients in this recipe have flexible swaps. For oil, use any neutral high-smoke-point oil (avocado, grapeseed, refined coconut). For aromatics, dried herbs at ⅓ the volume of fresh work in a pinch. The full ingredient list is shoppable on Instacart so you can see substitutes in real time.
How do I scale Best-Ever Teriyaki Chicken Stir-Fry for a different number of people?
The recipe is written for 4 servings. Multiply each ingredient by (your serving target / 4). Cook time stays roughly the same up to 2x; for 3-4x batches, switch from a skillet to a sheet pan or stockpot so the food isn't crowded — overcrowding steams instead of browns.
What goes well with Best-Ever Teriyaki Chicken Stir-Fry?
Asian asian like this pair well with a simple grain (rice, couscous, or crusty bread), a quick salad with acid (lemon vinaigrette, pickled onions), and a pan sauce or yogurt-based dip. Tap "Plan a meal with the AI" to get specific side suggestions.
What others are saying
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Love how the Asian come through in every bite.
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Enjoyable meal. Instructions could be a touch more detailed on the timing.
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Reliable weeknight option. Not going to blow your mind but always satisfying.
