Teriyaki Chicken Stir-Fry with Steamed Rice
Teriyaki Chicken Stir-Fry with Steamed Rice is a delightful dish bursting with flavor and color, making it an ideal choice for busy weeknights or meal prepping. This quick and easy recipe features tender chicken sautéed with vibrant mixed bell peppers, all enveloped in a rich teriyaki sauce that balances sweet and savory notes. Ready in just 30 minutes, this dish is not only satisfying but also versatile—perfect for both family gatherings and intimate dinners. Enjoy the harmony of textures and flavors while serving a meal that’s as healthy as it is delicious.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Total Time: 30 minutes
- Yield: Serves 4
- Category: Main
- Method: Stir-frying
- Cuisine: Asian
Ingredients
- Diced chicken breast
- Olive or sesame oil
- Mixed bell peppers (red, yellow, green)
- Chopped onion
- Minced garlic
- Teriyaki sauce (store-bought or homemade)
- Basmati or jasmine rice
- Water
- Salt
Instructions
- Rinse 1 cup of rice under cold water until clear. In a pot, combine rinsed rice with 2 cups water and a pinch of salt. Bring to boil, reduce heat, cover, and simmer for 15 minutes.
- Heat 2 tablespoons of olive or sesame oil in a wok over medium-high heat. Sauté 1 chopped onion until soft (3–4 minutes), then add 2 cloves minced garlic and cook for 1 more minute.
- Add diced chicken breast to the wok and cook until browned (5–7 minutes).
- Toss in about 2 cups of sliced mixed bell peppers and stir-fry for 2–3 minutes until crisp.
- Pour in teriyaki sauce (about ½ cup), mix well to coat everything evenly, and simmer for an additional minute.
- Fluff cooked rice with a fork and serve alongside the stir-fry.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 450
- Sugar: 7g
- Sodium: 800mg
- Fat: 16g
- Saturated Fat: 2g
- Unsaturated Fat: 12g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 54g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 28g
- Cholesterol: 75mg