Quick Teriyaki Chicken Stir Fry:
Ingredients:
- 1 lb (about 450g) boneless, skinless chicken breasts, cubed
- 1 tablespoon cooking oil (vegetable or canola oil)
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 1/4 teaspoon black pepper
- 1/2 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1/2 teaspoon onion powder
- 1/4 teaspoon red pepper flakes (adjust to taste)
- 1 bag (16 oz) frozen stir fry vegetables
- 1 cup teriyaki sauce (use your favorite brand)
- Cooked white rice for serving
Instructions:
- Prepare the Chicken:
- In a large skillet or wok, heat the cooking oil over medium-high heat.
- Add the cubed chicken to the hot oil, season with salt, black pepper, garlic powder, onion powder, and red pepper flakes.
- Sauté the chicken until fully cooked and browned on the outside, stirring occasionally. This should take about 5-7 minutes.
- Add Frozen Vegetables:
- Once the chicken is cooked, add the entire bag of frozen stir fry vegetables to the skillet. Stir well to combine.
- Continue cooking for an additional 3-5 minutes or until the vegetables are heated through and tender, but still crisp.
- Teriyaki Sauce:
- Pour the entire bottle of teriyaki sauce over the chicken and vegetables. Stir to ensure everything is coated evenly.
- Let it simmer for an additional 2-3 minutes, allowing the flavors to meld and the sauce to thicken slightly.
- Serve:
- Spoon the teriyaki chicken stir fry over a bed of cooked white rice.
- Garnish (Optional):
- Garnish with sliced green onions, sesame seeds, or additional red pepper flakes for added flavor and presentation.
- Enjoy:
- Serve immediately and enjoy your quick and delicious teriyaki chicken stir fry!
This recipe is not only easy to make but also versatile. Feel free to customize it by adding your favorite vegetables or adjusting the level of spice according to your taste preferences.
