Description
Experience a burst of flavor and nutrition with this vibrant Teriyaki Chicken Stir-Fry, featuring tender chicken, crisp veggies, and fluffy wild rice—perfect for a quick weeknight meal.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 lb boneless, skinless chicken breasts
- 1 cup bell peppers (mixed red, yellow, and green)
- 1 cup carrots (thinly sliced)
- 1 cup broccoli florets
- 1 cup snow peas
- 1/4 cup low-sodium tamari or soy sauce
- 2 tbsp honey or maple syrup
- 2 garlic cloves (minced)
- 2 cups cooked wild rice
Instructions
- 1. Prepare Your Ingredients: Slice the chicken into bite-sized pieces. Chop all vegetables into thin strips for even cooking.
- 2. Make the Sauce: In a small bowl, whisk together tamari (or soy sauce), honey (or maple syrup), minced garlic, and a splash of water.
- 3. Cook the Chicken: Heat oil in a large skillet or wok over medium-high heat. Add chicken pieces and cook until golden brown and cooked through, about 5 minutes.
- 4. Add Vegetables: Toss in chopped bell peppers, broccoli, carrots, and snow peas. Stir-fry for another three minutes until tender-crisp.
- 5. Pour in the Sauce: Add the teriyaki sauce over the chicken and veggies. Cook together for an additional two minutes until well coated.
- 6. Serve Over Wild Rice: Spoon your colorful stir-fry over fluffy wild rice and drizzle with any remaining sauce before serving.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup (200g)
- Calories: 350
- Sugar: 14g
- Sodium: 650mg
- Fat: 8g
- Saturated Fat: 1g
- Unsaturated Fat: 6g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 45g
- Fiber: 5g
- Protein: 28g
- Cholesterol: 70mg
Keywords: Substitute chicken with tofu or shrimp for variety. Add sesame seeds or cashews for an extra crunch. Use seasonal vegetables to enhance freshness.