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Easy Sticky Teriyaki Chicken Stir Fry

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A quick and easy weeknight dinner featuring tender chicken and crisp vegetables coated in a sticky, sweet-savory teriyaki glaze. Perfect for busy nights and customizable with your favorite veggies or proteins.

Ingredients

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  • 1 pound boneless, skinless chicken breasts, cut into bite-sized pieces
  • 2 tablespoons vegetable oil (or avocado/light olive oil)
  • 2 garlic cloves, minced
  • 1 teaspoon fresh ginger, grated (optional)
  • 3 cups mixed stir-fry vegetables (bell peppers, snap peas, broccoli, carrots)
  • ½ cup teriyaki sauce (120 ml)
  • 1 tablespoon soy sauce
  • 1 tablespoon honey or brown sugar
  • 1 teaspoon cornstarch
  • 2 tablespoons water
  • 2 green onions, sliced
  • 1 tablespoon sesame seeds (optional)

Instructions

  1. Cut chicken into 1-inch pieces, mince garlic, grate ginger, slice green onions, and chop veggies if fresh. (About 10 minutes prep)
  2. In a small bowl, whisk together teriyaki sauce, soy sauce, honey, cornstarch mixed with water. Set aside.
  3. Heat 2 tablespoons vegetable oil in a large non-stick skillet or wok over medium-high heat until shimmering (1-2 minutes).
  4. Add chicken in a single layer; sear without moving for 2-3 minutes until golden, then stir and cook 3-4 more minutes until cooked through (165°F internal temperature).
  5. Push chicken to the side; add garlic and ginger, stir for 30 seconds until fragrant.
  6. Add mixed vegetables; stir-fry 3-5 minutes until tender-crisp.
  7. Pour in sauce slurry; stir to coat chicken and veggies evenly. Sauce will thicken and become sticky in 1-2 minutes. Add water if too thick.
  8. Remove from heat; garnish with sliced green onions and sesame seeds.
  9. Serve immediately with steamed rice or noodles.

Notes

Do not overcrowd the pan when cooking chicken to ensure proper searing. Whisk cornstarch with cold water before adding to prevent lumps. Cook vegetables until tender-crisp to maintain color and texture. Garnish with green onions and sesame seeds for freshness and crunch. For gluten-free, substitute soy sauce with tamari. For vegan, swap chicken with tofu and honey with maple syrup.

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