Description
Sticky, savory, and loaded with flavor, this Teriyaki Chicken and Broccoli Stir Fry is the ultimate weeknight dinner. Tender chicken, crisp broccoli, and a glossy homemade teriyaki sauce come together in under 30 minutes.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 pound boneless skinless chicken thighs, cut into bite-sized strips
- 3 cups fresh broccoli florets
- 1/3 cup soy sauce
- 2 tablespoons honey
- 3 garlic cloves, minced
- 1 tablespoon fresh ginger, grated
- 2 teaspoons cornstarch
- 1 teaspoon sesame oil
- 1 tablespoon rice vinegar
- 1 tablespoon sesame seeds
- 2 green onions, sliced
- 4 cups cooked white rice
Instructions
- Preheat Your Equipment: Heat a large skillet or wok over medium-high heat until hot.
- Combine Ingredients: In a bowl, whisk together soy sauce, honey, garlic, ginger, cornstarch, sesame oil, and rice vinegar.
- Prepare Your Cooking Vessel: Add a small splash of oil to the hot pan. Add the chicken and cook for 5 to 6 minutes until golden and cooked through.
- Assemble the Dish: Add broccoli and sauté for 2 to 3 minutes. Pour in the sauce and toss to coat.
- Cook to Perfection: Let the sauce bubble and thicken, stirring frequently for about 2 to 3 minutes.
- Finishing Touches: Sprinkle with sesame seeds and green onions. Toss to combine.
- Serve and Enjoy: Serve hot over warm white rice and dig in.
Notes
- Use tamari for a gluten-free version.
- Prep sauce and veggies ahead to save time on busy nights.
- Add extra veggies like bell peppers or snap peas for variety.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Stir Fry
- Cuisine: Asian-Inspired
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 plate
- Calories: 420
- Sugar: 10g
- Sodium: 870mg
- Fat: 14g
- Saturated Fat: 3g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 45g
- Fiber: 4g
- Protein: 28g
- Cholesterol: 90mg