Teriyaki Chicken Stir Fry

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Teriyaki chicken stir fry is a tasty meal you can make at home in just 30 minutes. This dish is easy to cook, healthier than takeout, and packed with flavor. You’ll love how the sweet and savory teriyaki sauce coats the tender chicken and crisp veggies.

This recipe uses simple ingredients you can find at any grocery store. You’ll need chicken breast, broccoli, bell peppers, and items to make the sauce. The sauce combines soy sauce, honey, ginger, and garlic for a perfect blend of flavors. Serve your stir fry over steamy white rice for a filling dinner your family will enjoy.

Exact Ingredients List

Here’s what you’ll need to make this tasty teriyaki chicken stir fry:

For the sauce:

• 1/4 cup low-sodium soy sauce
• 1/4 cup water
• 2 tablespoons honey
• 1 tablespoon brown sugar
• 1 tablespoon rice vinegar
• 1/2 teaspoon toasted sesame oil
• 2 teaspoons fresh grated ginger
• 2 teaspoons minced garlic
• 2 teaspoons cornstarch

For the stir fry:

• 1 tablespoon vegetable oil
• 1 1/4 pounds chicken breasts, cut into 3/4-inch cubes
• 3 cups broccoli florets
• 2 bell peppers, diced
• 1 teaspoon toasted sesame seeds

You’ll love how simple these ingredients are! Most are probably already in your kitchen. The fresh veggies and chicken make this dish super healthy too.

Don’t forget to serve it over steamy white rice for a complete meal. Yum!

Instructions

Mix the sauce ingredients in a small bowl. Set it aside for now.

Heat oil in a skillet over medium heat. Add the chicken cubes and cook for 5 minutes until golden. Remove the chicken and set it aside.

Add a bit more oil to the pan. Toss in the broccoli and peppers. Cook for 3-4 minutes until slightly soft.

Whisk the sauce again and pour it into the skillet. Let it simmer for 2-3 minutes until it thickens. If it gets too thick, add a splash of water.

Put the chicken back in the pan. Stir to coat it with sauce. Take the pan off the heat.

Sprinkle sesame seeds on top. Serve your stir fry over hot rice and enjoy!

Possible Substitutes List

You can easily swap out ingredients in this teriyaki chicken stir fry to suit your tastes or what you have on hand. Here are some tasty options:

For the protein:
• Tofu (firm or extra-firm)
• Shrimp
• Beef strips
• Pork tenderloin

For the veggies:
• Snap peas
• Carrots
• Mushrooms
• Zucchini

Sauce substitutes:
• Maple syrup instead of honey
• Apple cider vinegar for rice vinegar
• Coconut aminos in place of soy sauce

You can also mix up the grains. Try serving your stir fry over:
• Brown rice
• Quinoa
• Cauliflower rice

Don’t have fresh ginger or garlic? Use 1/4 teaspoon of the dried versions instead. Want it spicy? Add some red pepper flakes or sriracha to the sauce.

Remember, cooking is all about making the recipe work for you. Feel free to get creative with these swaps!

How To Make It Diabetes-Friendly

To make this teriyaki chicken stir fry more diabetes-friendly, you can make a few simple changes. Start by cutting back on the sugar. Use just 1 tablespoon of honey instead of 2, and skip the brown sugar completely.

For the sauce, try replacing half the soy sauce with extra water. This helps reduce sodium. You can also add more veggies to the stir fry. Double the amount of broccoli and bell peppers for extra fiber and nutrients.

When it comes to serving, choose brown rice instead of white. Brown rice has more fiber and won’t spike your blood sugar as quickly. Or try cauliflower rice for an even lower-carb option.

Here’s a quick list of swaps:
• Less honey, no brown sugar
• More water, less soy sauce
• Extra vegetables
• Brown rice or cauliflower rice

Remember to watch your portion sizes too. Stick to about 1 cup of the stir fry and 1/2 cup of rice per serving. With these tweaks, you can enjoy a tasty meal that’s better for managing diabetes.

Tips, Tricks & Storing

For the best teriyaki chicken stir fry, cut your chicken into even-sized pieces. This helps it cook evenly. Use a hot wok or large skillet to get a nice sear on the chicken and veggies.

Don’t overcrowd the pan when cooking. Work in batches if needed. This keeps your ingredients from steaming instead of stir-frying.

Prep all your ingredients before you start cooking. Stir-frying goes fast, so have everything ready to go.

To store leftovers, let the dish cool completely. Put it in an airtight container and keep in the fridge for up to 3 days. Reheat in a pan on the stove for best results.

You can freeze this dish too. Store in a freezer-safe container for up to 3 months. Thaw in the fridge overnight before reheating.

Try adding other veggies like snap peas, carrots, or mushrooms. Just keep the total amount of veggies about the same.

For extra flavor, marinate the chicken in some of the sauce for 30 minutes before cooking. This makes it even tastier!