Chicken Teriyaki Stir Fry

Ingredients

• 3/4 to 1 cup teriyaki sauce (or your favorite store-bought teriyaki sauce)
• 2 medium skinless chicken breasts (cut into 1-inch cubes)
• Salt and pepper
• Vegetable oil for pan
• 1 medium red bell pepper, sliced
• 2 cups sliced fresh asparagus (bottom stalks trimmed)
• 1 medium carrot (peeled and thinly sliced)
• 2 cloves minced garlic
• 1/2 teaspoon minced fresh ginger
• 2 scallions, thinly sliced (greens and white parts separated)
• Sesame seeds (for garnish)

Instructions

1. 1

   Make sure you have all the ingredients ready. Stir fries cook fast.

2. 2

   Make the teriyaki sauce according to the recipe. It can be made up to 2 weeks in advance. You can also just use your favorite store-bought version.

3. 3

   Season chicken with salt and pepper. Heat a few generous drizzles of oil in a large 12-inch skillet over high heat. Add the chicken in one single layer, and cook until golden brown and fully cooked through. Transfer to a plate and set aside.

4. 4

   To the same skillet, add a few more drizzles of oil over high heat. Cook the bell peppers, carrots, and asparagus for about 2-3 minutes, stirring occasionally. Then add about 2 tablespoons of water and stir (this will allow the veggies to soften and cook quicker). Cook for another 3 minutes until crisp tender. The water will evaporate.

5. 5

   Push the veggies to the side, and add a little bit more oil, plus the ginger, garlic, and scallions (white parts only). Cook until fragrant, about 1-2 minutes, stirring occasionally.

6. 6

   Return cooked chicken to the pan. Add the teriyaki sauce (about ¾ cup or to taste) and toss everything until evenly coated, about 1-2 more minutes. Season with more salt and pepper to taste if needed.

7. 7

   Garnish with sliced scallions (the green parts) and sesame seeds. Serve over steamed rice if desired. Enjoy!