Description
Learn how to make a delicious Teriyaki Chicken Stir-Fry at home with our easy-to-follow recipe. Perfect for a quick and flavorful weeknight meal!
Ingredients
- – 2 boneless skinless chicken breasts (450g)
- – 1/2 teaspoon garlic powder (2.5 ml)
- – Pepper to taste
- – 3 tablespoons cornstarch (45g)
- – 3 tablespoons olive oil, divided (45 ml)
- – 1/2 medium onion
- – 2 cups broccoli florets (300g)
- – 1/2 red bell pepper
- – 1/2 cup chicken broth (120 ml)
- – 3 tablespoons (45 ml) beef broth
- – 2 tablespoons (30 ml) soy sauce
- – 1 teaspoon rice vinegar (or apple cider vinegar) (5 ml)
- – 1/4 cup (packed) brown sugar (60g)
- – 1 tablespoon cornstarch (8g)
- – 1 teaspoon grated fresh ginger (5 ml)
- – 2 cloves garlic, minced
Instructions
- Prepare all your ingredients in advance, as this dish cooks rapidly once you begin. Chop the vegetables into small, uniform pieces, ensuring the broccoli is particularly small to ensure even cooking.
- In a medium-sized bowl, combine all the sauce components and whisk them until well mixed.
- Slice the chicken breasts into 1-inch chunks and place them in another bowl. Season them with garlic powder and pepper, then mix well. Add the cornstarch and stir until the chicken pieces are evenly coated.
- Heat 2 tablespoons of olive oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat, allowing the oil to warm for a few minutes.
- For optimal browning, cook the chicken in two separate batches. Shake off any extra cornstarch from half of the chicken and place it into the skillet. Sear for 4 minutes, then use tongs to turn the pieces over and cook for an additional 3–4 minutes until they are browned and cooked through. Transfer this batch to a plate. Repeat the process with the remaining chicken, adding the remaining tablespoon of olive oil to the skillet.
- If the skillet appears dry, pour in a small amount of olive oil, roughly a teaspoon, and then add the onions. Sauté them for 1 minute, stirring occasionally.
- Introduce the broccoli and bell peppers to the skillet and cook for 3 minutes, stirring frequently, until the vegetables are tender-crisp. Extend the cooking time if you prefer softer vegetables.
- Return the chicken to the skillet and pour in the sauce, giving it a quick whisk before adding. Allow it to simmer until it thickens, which should take less than a minute, while stirring constantly to ensure everything is well coated. Remove the skillet from the heat and serve the dish right away.
Notes
- Marinate the chicken in the sauce mixture for 30 minutes before cooking for enhanced flavor.
- Add snap peas or carrots to the stir-fry for extra color and nutrients.
- Adjust the sweetness level by adding more or less brown sugar to suit your taste.
