Teriyaki Chicken Stir-Fry with Rice Noodles
A quick Japanese-inspired dish featuring tender chicken, crisp vegetables, and a glossy teriyaki sauce served over chewy rice noodles. This japanese-inspired pasta (gluten-free) ready in about 45 minutes pairs (16 oz) chicken breast, rice noodles, head (about 12 oz) broccoli 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 (16 oz) chicken breast
- 8 oz rice noodles
- 1 head (about 12 oz) broccoli
- 1 large (about 6 oz) bell pepper
- 1/2 cup teriyaki sauce
- 3 cloves (minced) garlic
- 1 tbsp (grated) ginger
- 2 tbsp soy sauce
- 1 tbsp sesame oil
- 2 stalks (sliced) green onions
- 1 tbsp rice vinegar
Instructions
- Step 1: Bring a pot of water to a boil. Add rice noodles and cook for 6-8 minutes until al dente. Drain and set aside.
- Step 2: Dice broccoli into 1/2-inch florets and bell pepper into 1/2-inch strips. Set aside.
- Step 3: Heat 1 tbsp sesame oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat. Add chicken breast, cut into 1-inch cubes, and cook for 5-7 minutes until browned and nearly cooked through. Remove and set aside.
- Step 4: In the same skillet, add broccoli and bell pepper. Sauté for 4-5 minutes until tender-crisp. Add garlic, ginger, and soy sauce, stirring for 30 seconds until fragrant.
- Step 5: Return chicken to the skillet. Add teriyaki sauce and rice vinegar, stirring to coat. Simmer for 3-4 minutes until sauce thickens and glazes the chicken.
- Step 6: Toss cooked noodles into the skillet, mixing well. Add green onions and stir. Serve immediately.
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Frequently asked questions
How long does Teriyaki Chicken Stir-Fry with Rice Noodles take to make?
Total time is about 45 minutes (20 min prep + 25 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 Stir-Fry with Rice Noodles?
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 (16 oz) chicken breast from drying out.
Can I substitute ingredients in Teriyaki Chicken Stir-Fry with Rice Noodles?
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 Stir-Fry with Rice Noodles 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 Stir-Fry with Rice Noodles 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
- ★★★★★
Swapped butter for olive oil to keep it lighter. Still delicious.
- ★★★☆☆
Okay for a quick meal. I've had better pasta dishes though.
- ★★☆☆☆
The proportions seem off. Way too much of some ingredients.