Description
A colorful, flavor-packed dinner idea perfect for busy weeknights or healthy meal prep. This quick and easy recipe features juicy chicken, rainbow veggies, and wild rice tossed in a glossy homemade teriyaki sauce. Whether you’re craving an easy dinner or need fresh food ideas, this healthy stir-fry is high-protein, full of fiber, and incredibly satisfying. It checks every box for fast cooking, vibrant presentation, and delicious taste — ideal for anyone looking for easy recipes that deliver.
Ingredients
1 lb boneless skinless chicken breast
2 tablespoons cornstarch
1 tablespoon vegetable oil
1 cup cooked wild rice
1 red bell pepper, chopped
1 yellow bell pepper, chopped
1 cup broccoli florets
1/2 cup snap peas
1/2 cup chopped carrots
1/4 cup green peas
2 tablespoons chopped scallions
fresh cilantro or sesame seeds (optional)
1/4 cup low-sodium soy sauce
2 tablespoons honey
1 tablespoon rice vinegar
1 tablespoon sesame oil
1 garlic clove, minced
1 teaspoon fresh grated ginger
1 tablespoon cornstarch mixed with 2 tablespoons cold water
Instructions
1. Pat chicken dry and toss with cornstarch in a bowl. Chop all vegetables and have wild rice cooked and chilled.
2. Whisk together soy sauce, honey, vinegar, sesame oil, garlic, and ginger. Mix cornstarch and water separately to make a slurry.
3. Heat oil in a large wok or skillet. Cook chicken for 5–7 minutes until golden and cooked through. Remove from pan.
4. In the same pan, stir-fry bell peppers, carrots, snap peas, and broccoli for 4–5 minutes. Add green peas last and cook 1–2 more minutes.
5. Return chicken to the pan. Pour in the teriyaki sauce and stir. Simmer 2 minutes, then add slurry. Cook until sauce thickens.
6. Fold in the wild rice gently and heat through for another 1–2 minutes.
7. Top with scallions, sesame seeds, or cilantro. Serve hot or portion into containers for meal prep.
Notes
Use chilled or day-old rice to prevent mushiness when stir-frying.
Always prep all your ingredients before cooking — stir-fry moves fast!
Don’t overcrowd the pan; cook chicken and veggies in batches if needed.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Category: Dinner
- Method: Stir-Fry
- Cuisine: Asian-Inspired
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 bowl
- Calories: 410
- Sugar: 9g
- Sodium: 720mg
- Fat: 15g
- Saturated Fat: 2.5g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 38g
- Fiber: 5g
- Protein: 32g
- Cholesterol: 70mg
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