Teriyaki Chicken and Broccoli Stir Fry Recipe
This Teriyaki Chicken and Broccoli Stir Fry is a quick and easy weeknight dinner packed with flavorful teriyaki sauce, tender chicken, and crisp broccoli. Ready in just 25 minutes, it’s a perfect balance of savory and sweet with a healthy touch, making it an ideal meal served over rice or noodles.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Total Time: 25 minutes
- Yield: 4 servings 1x
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: Asian
Ingredients
Scale
Protein and Vegetables
- 1 lb chicken breast, sliced
- 2 cups broccoli florets
Flavorings and Sauce
- 1/4 cup teriyaki sauce
- 2 tablespoons vegetable oil
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 teaspoon ginger, minced
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- Heat the oil: Heat vegetable oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat to prepare for sautéing the aromatics and chicken.
- Sauté aromatics: Add the minced garlic and ginger to the skillet and sauté for 1 minute until fragrant but not burnt.
- Cook chicken: Add the sliced chicken breast and cook for about 5-7 minutes until browned on all sides and cooked through.
- Stir-fry broccoli: Add the broccoli florets to the skillet and stir-fry for 3-4 minutes until the broccoli is tender-crisp, maintaining some crunch.
- Add teriyaki sauce: Pour the teriyaki sauce over the chicken and broccoli mixture and stir well to coat everything evenly with the sauce.
- Season: Season with salt and pepper to your liking, stirring to incorporate the seasoning.
- Serve: Serve the stir fry hot over cooked rice or noodles for a complete meal.
Notes
- Use fresh garlic and ginger for the best flavor.
- To make it gluten-free, use gluten-free teriyaki sauce.
- Add red pepper flakes for a spicy kick.
- Chicken thighs can be substituted for chicken breast for more tenderness.
- Cook broccoli to preferred softness—longer if you like it softer.
Keywords: teriyaki chicken, broccoli stir fry, quick dinner, easy stir fry, chicken recipe, weeknight meal, teriyaki sauce