Christopher's Teriyaki Stir Fry

Experience the bold, savory flavors of "Christopher's Teriyaki Stir Fry," a quick and colorful weeknight dinner that brings restaurant-quality taste to your kitchen. This recipe features tender chicken breast—or tofu for a satisfying vegetarian twist—paired with crisp, vibrant vegetables like broccoli, snap peas, and bell peppers, all coated in a rich, homemade teriyaki sauce. Sweetened with honey and brown sugar, balanced by soy sauce and rice vinegar, and infused with fresh garlic and ginger, this dish is a perfect harmony of savory and sweet. The sauce thickens beautifully with a simple cornstarch slurry, creating a glossy finish that clings to every ingredient. Serve the stir-fry over fluffy jasmine rice, and top it off with green onions and sesame seeds for a garnish that elevates both taste and presentation. Ready in just 35 minutes and ideal for meal prep or weeknight dinners, this versatile recipe will become a staple in your rotation! Keywords: Teriyaki stir fry, homemade teriyaki sauce, quick chicken dinner, vegetarian stir fry option, weeknight dinner recipe.

Nutriscore Rating: 73/100

Prep Time:20 mins

Cook Time:15 mins

Total Time:35 mins

Servings: 4

Ingredients

• 500 grams Chicken breast (or tofu for vegetarian option)
• 120 ml Soy sauce
• 3 tablespoons Brown sugar
• 2 tablespoons Honey
• 1 tablespoon Rice vinegar
• 2 tablespoons Sesame oil
• 3 cloves Garlic cloves, minced
• 1 teaspoon Fresh ginger, grated
• 2 teaspoons Cornstarch
• 50 ml Water
• 2 cups Broccoli florets
• 1 whole Red bell pepper, sliced
• 1 whole Carrot, thinly sliced
• 1 cup Snap peas
• 2 stalks Green onion, sliced
• 4 cups Cooked jasmine rice
• 2 tablespoons Vegetable oil (for stir-frying)
• 1 teaspoon Sesame seeds (optional, for garnish)

Directions

Step 1

In a small bowl, whisk together soy sauce, brown sugar, honey, rice vinegar, sesame oil, minced garlic, and grated ginger to make the teriyaki sauce.

Step 2

In another small bowl, mix cornstarch with water until smooth. Set aside.

Step 3

Slice the chicken breast (or tofu) into bite-sized pieces. Set aside.

Step 4

Prepare all vegetables by washing and cutting them as listed in the ingredients. Set them aside in separate groups to make stir-frying easier.

Step 5

Heat 1 tablespoon of vegetable oil in a large skillet or wok over medium-high heat. Add the chicken (or tofu) and cook until lightly browned and fully cooked, about 5-7 minutes. Remove from the pan and set aside.

Step 6

Add the remaining tablespoon of vegetable oil to the same skillet. Add the broccoli, red bell pepper, carrot, and snap peas. Stir-fry for 4-5 minutes until the vegetables are just tender but still crisp.

Step 7

Return the cooked chicken (or tofu) to the skillet with the vegetables.

Step 8

Pour the teriyaki sauce into the skillet, stirring to coat everything evenly. Bring to a simmer.

Step 9

Add the cornstarch mixture to the skillet, stirring constantly until the sauce thickens, about 2 minutes.

Step 10

Remove the skillet from heat. Serve the stir-fry over a bed of cooked jasmine rice.

Step 11

Garnish with sliced green onions and sesame seeds, if desired. Enjoy!

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(2172.9g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	2868.1

Total Fat 79.1g	0%
Saturated Fat 13.9g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 11.9g
Cholesterol 425mg	0%
Sodium 5167.6mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 334.5g	0%
Dietary Fiber 17.9g	0%
Total Sugars 78.2g
Protein 201.3g	0%

Vitamin D 65IU	0%
Calcium 456.3mg	0%
Iron 14.4mg	0%
Potassium 2649.7mg	0%

*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.

Source of Calories

Fat: 24.9%

Protein: 28.2%

Carbs: 46.9%