Teriyaki Chicken and Veggie Stir-Fry
A vibrant, umami-packed stir-fry with tender chicken, crisp broccoli, and bell peppers glazed in a sweet-and-savory teriyaki sauce. This asian-inspired chicken (gluten-free) ready in about 35 minutes pairs chicken breast, broccoli florets, bell peppers for a weeknight-friendly dinner that comes together with one pan and minimal cleanup. Each serving lands at about 380 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 chicken breast
- 2 cups broccoli florets
- 1 cup bell peppers
- 1/2 cup teriyaki sauce
- 2 tbsp sesame oil
- 2 cloves garlic
- 1 tbsp ginger
- 2 tbsp soy sauce
- 1 tbsp honey
- 1 cup rice
Instructions
- Step 1: Cook 1 cup rice according to package instructions and set aside.
- Step 2: In a large bowl, whisk together 1/2 cup teriyaki sauce, 2 tbsp soy sauce, 1 tbsp honey, 1 tbsp grated ginger, and 2 minced garlic cloves.
- Step 3: Heat 2 tbsp sesame oil in a wok or large skillet over high heat. Add 1 lb bite-sized chicken breast pieces and cook for 3-4 minutes until browned and nearly cooked through.
- Step 4: Add 2 cups broccoli florets and 1 cup sliced bell peppers. Stir-fry for 4-5 minutes until vegetables are crisp-tender.
- Step 5: Pour in the teriyaki sauce mixture and stir to coat. Simmer for 3-4 minutes until sauce thickens and chicken is fully cooked. Serve over rice.
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Frequently asked questions
How long does Teriyaki Chicken and Veggie Stir-Fry take to make?
Total time is about 35 minutes (20 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 Teriyaki Chicken and Veggie 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 chicken breast from drying out.
Can I substitute ingredients in Teriyaki Chicken and Veggie 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 Teriyaki Chicken and Veggie 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.
Is Teriyaki Chicken and Veggie Stir-Fry gluten-free?
Yes — this recipe is tagged gluten-free based on its ingredient list. Always cross-check labels for packaged ingredients (sauces, broths, condiments) since formulations vary by brand.
What others are saying
- ★★★★★
Made with what I had on hand and it still came out great.
- ★★★★☆
Enjoyable meal. Instructions could be a touch more detailed on the timing.
- ★★★★☆
Really good but took about 10 minutes longer than stated.