Teriyaki Glazed Chicken Stir-Fry

By AislePrompt Editorial · Published 2026-03-29 · Updated 2026-03-29

Succulent chicken thighs glazed with sweet soy sauce, paired with crisp broccoli and bell peppers. This Japanese-inspired chicken recipe, ready in about 45 minutes, pairs chicken thighs, broccoli, bell peppers for a weeknight-friendly dinner that comes together with one pan and minimal cleanup. Each serving lands at about 450 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

• 1.5 lbs chicken thighs
• 1 head, cut into florets broccoli
• 2 large, sliced bell peppers
• 1/2 cup teriyaki sauce
• 2 tbsp soy sauce
• 3 cloves, minced garlic
• 2 tbsp olive oil
• 1 tbsp brown sugar
• 1 tbsp sesame seeds

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Instructions

1. Step 1: Heat 2 tbsp olive oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat. Add 3 minced garlic cloves and sauté for 30 seconds until fragrant.
2. Step 2: Add 1.5 lbs chicken thighs, skin-side up. Cook for 5-7 minutes per side until golden and cooked through, then remove and set aside.
3. Step 3: Add 1 head broccoli florets and 2 large bell peppers to the skillet. Stir-fry for 5 minutes until tender-crisp.
4. Step 4: Return chicken to the skillet. Stir in 1/2 cup teriyaki sauce, 2 tbsp soy sauce, and 1 tbsp brown sugar. Cook for 3-4 minutes until the sauce thickens and coats the chicken.
5. Step 5: Serve immediately, garnished with 1 tbsp sesame seeds and a sprinkle of chopped green onions.