Easy Teriyaki Chicken Stir Fry Recipe

Name: Teriyaki Chicken Stir Fry
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 20 min
Total time: 35 min
Ingredients: 1 lb chicken breasts cut into 1 inch pieces; 2 tablespoons cornstarch; 3 tablespoons olive oil; 1 cup red bell pepper (cut into 1 inch pieces); 2 cups broccoli florets (cut into pieces); ½ tsp Salt (to taste); ½ tsp black pepper; 1 teaspoon ginger (grated); 1 teaspoon garlic (grated); ½ cup chicken broth; 3 tablespoons honey; 2 tablespoons low sodium soy sauce; 1 tablespoons rice vinegar; 2 teaspoon cornstarch; 1 teaspoon sesame seeds (to garnish); 1 tablespoon spring onion (to garnish); 1 cup cooked rice (to serve)

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Teriyaki Chicken Stir Fry is the perfect weeknight meal. Bite sized pieces of chicken and vegetables are combined with a sweet (but not too sweet) honey garlic sauce and served over rice. It can be ready in just 35 minutes.

White bowl with rice and topped with Teriyaki chicken stir fry recipe.

Unlike store-bought versions, the homemade teriyaki sauce is perfectly balanced—not too salty, not too sweet—and coats every chicken bite with authentic Japanese flavors. You can customize it with your favorite veggies and swap in different proteins.

This Easy Chicken Teriyaki Stir Fry is sure to become a regular favorite. If you love teriyaki dinner recipes, try Baked Teriyaki Salmon, Panda Express Teriyaki Chicken or Spicy Teriyaki Chicken with Broccoli.

Teriyaki Stir Fry Ingredients

Bowls with ingredients for easy chicken teriyaki stir fry.

Chicken – cut chicken breasts or boneless, skinless chicken thigh into 1 inch pieces.
Garnish – garnish with sesame seeds and spring onions.
Cornstarch – use cornstarch to give the chicken a crispy coating.
Olive oil – saute in olive oil but add a bit of sesame oil before serving if you prefer the nutty taste.
Veggies: Red bell pepper and broccoli. Cut the florets into small, bite sized pieces
Salt & pepper – season the chicken to taste.

Homemade Teriyaki Sauce

Aromatics: Fresh ginger and garlic
Chicken broth – you can substitute water, but chicken broth will give the sauce a richer flavor.
Honey – or use real maple syrup.
Soy sauce – use low sodium soy sauce or substitute aminos or tamari to make this gluten free.
Rice vinegar – rice vinegar is mild and sweet, but you can substitute apple cider or wine vinegar.
Cornstarch – use cornstarch to give thicken the sauce.

How To Make Chicken Teriyaki Stir Fry

Seasoned and stir fried chicken teriyaki — **Step 1:** **Season and coat the chicken.** In a bowl, combine chicken pieces and season with salt and pepper. Add the cornstarch and stir until the chicken is coated.
**Step 2:** **Sauté the chicken.** Heat a deep skillet on a medium flame, add 2 tablespoons of olive oil. Once the oil is heated, add in the chicken pieces. Cook for 4-5 minutes until the chicken is cooked through. Remove the chicken pieces and set them aside.

Chicken stir fry sauce is a small white dish. — **Step 3: Prepare the teriyaki stir fry sauce.** Meanwhile, in a small bowl, combine the sauce ingredients; ginger, garlic, chicken broth, honey, soy sauce, rice vinegar, cornstarch.

Sir fry vegetables and vegetables with chicken stir fry sauce in a pan. — **Step 4: Sauté the vegetables.** Add the remaining 1 tablespoon of olive oil in the same skillet and add the red bell peppers and broccoli florets. Sauté for 3-4 minutes until the veggies are slightly cooked.

A skillet with Chicken, veggies and chicken stir fry sauce. — **Step 5: Cook the chicken in sauce.** Stir the chicken back into the skillet along with the sauce and cook for 5-6 minutes until the chicken is cooked through and the sauce is slightly thickened.

Easy chicken teriyaki stir fry on a spoon in a skillet. — **Step 6: Garish and serve.** Finally, add the green onions and sesame seeds, toss it and serve with a bowl of rice.

Tips For The Best Stir Fry

Marinate the chicken for at least 15–30 minutes in teriyaki sauce for deeper flavor.
Don’t overcook. You want the the veggies to be “just” tender.
Use High Heat. This ensures quick cooking and prevents soggy veggies.
Don’t Overcrowd the Pan. Cook chicken in batches for even browning.
Cut Ingredients Evenly. This helps everything cook at the same rate.

Chopsticks pick up a piece of Chicken Teriyaki Stir Fry from a bowl of rice.

Storing and Reheating

Storage: Store leftovers in the fridge for up to 4 days. and reheat in a skillet.

Reheat: Reheat in a saucepan over a low heat until warmed through.

Freeze: Freeze in an airtight container for up to 1 month. Please note the veggies will soften up and texture will change.

What to Serve with Teriyaki Chicken

Steamed Jasmine Rice – Classic pairing for soaking up the sauce.

Noodles: Easy Vegetarian Lo Mein Noodles

Salad: Spicy Kani Sushi Salad

Finished skillet of chicken teriyaki stir fry.

Easy Stir Fry Recipes

If you love savory-sweet stir fry dishes that are quick, easy, and packed with flavor, you’ll love Teriyaki Chicken Stir-Fry is for you! It’s a one-pan meal that’s perfect for busy weeknights, bringing together juicy chicken, crisp vegetables, and a homemade teriyaki sauce.

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