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Quick Teriyaki Chicken Stir-Fry Recipe With Crisp Snap Peas

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A quick and easy teriyaki chicken stir-fry featuring tender chicken bites and crisp snap peas in a sweet-savory sauce, perfect for busy weeknights.

Ingredients

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  • 1 pound (450g) chicken breasts, thinly sliced
  • 8 ounces (225g) snap peas, trimmed
  • 2 cloves garlic, minced
  • 1 tablespoon fresh ginger, grated
  • 1/4 cup (60ml) soy sauce
  • 2 tablespoons mirin
  • 1 tablespoon brown sugar
  • 1 teaspoon rice vinegar
  • 1 teaspoon sesame oil
  • 2 tablespoons vegetable oil
  • 2 stalks green onions, sliced (optional)
  • 1 teaspoon sesame seeds (optional)

Instructions

  1. Slice the chicken breasts into thin strips about 1/4 inch (6mm) thick. Trim the snap peas by snapping off the tough ends and pulling the string along the seam if needed. Mince the garlic and grate the ginger.
  2. In a small bowl, whisk together soy sauce, mirin, brown sugar, rice vinegar, and sesame oil. Set aside.
  3. Heat a wok or large skillet over medium-high heat and add vegetable oil. Wait until the oil shimmers but isn’t smoking.
  4. Add the sliced chicken in an even layer. Cook without moving for 2 minutes to sear, then toss and cook until no longer pink, about 4-5 minutes total. Cook in batches if necessary.
  5. Push the chicken to one side of the pan and add the minced garlic and grated ginger to the empty side. Stir quickly for 30 seconds until fragrant.
  6. Toss the snap peas into the pan and stir-fry with the chicken and aromatics for 2-3 minutes until bright green and crisp.
  7. Pour the teriyaki sauce over the chicken and snap peas. Stir and cook for another 1-2 minutes until the sauce thickens slightly and coats all ingredients.
  8. Remove from heat and sprinkle with sliced green onions and sesame seeds if using. Serve immediately.

Notes

For gluten-free, substitute soy sauce with tamari. Snap peas can be swapped with snow peas or green beans. Avoid overcrowding the pan to ensure proper searing. Cook snap peas last to keep them crisp. Sauce can be made ahead and stored in the fridge for up to one day.

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Keywords: teriyaki chicken, stir-fry, snap peas, quick dinner, easy recipe, weeknight meal, healthy, gluten-free option

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