My family lovingly calls this Easy Teriyaki Chicken “Crack Chicken” because it’s just that addictive! This dish is incredibly flavorful, quick to prepare, and tastes better than takeout. I promise you’ll love this easy dinner idea!
Teriyaki Chicken with Sautéed Bell Peppers & Broccoli
This Easy Teriyaki Chicken Fried Rice Dinner is a complete meal that comes together in no time. While you can make your own fried rice, I love cutting corners when possible, and Costco’s Japanese-Style Fried Rice always comes to the rescue! It’s packed with grilled chicken but has a mild flavor, making it perfect for pairing with my homemade Easy Teriyaki Chicken.
You can use either chicken breast or thigh meat in this recipe—both work beautifully! Check out the video below for a step-by-step guide on how to make this delicious teriyaki fried rice dinner.
Serving Suggestions:
- Serve with fried rice (recipe below).
- Pair with white rice and steamed broccoli.
- Toss broccoli in a skillet with the chicken or microwave for 90 seconds and serve.
How to Make Easy Teriyaki Chicken Fried Rice Dinner
Teriyaki Sauce Ingredients:
- 1/2 cup low-sodium teriyaki sauce (Veri Veri Teriyaki Low Sodium is my favorite!)
- 1/4 cup low-sodium soy sauce
- 1 tbsp sesame oil
- 1 tbsp honey
- 2 garlic cloves, minced
- 2 tbsp cornstarch
Directions:
- In a small bowl, mix teriyaki sauce, soy sauce, sesame oil, honey, and garlic.
- Adjust to taste—add more honey or soy sauce if needed.
- Stir in cornstarch until dissolved. Set aside.
Easy Teriyaki Chicken with Sautéed Bell Peppers & Broccoli
Ingredients:
- 2+ lbs boneless, skinless chicken breast or thigh meat
- 1 cup flour
- 1 tbsp garlic powder
- 1 tbsp paprika
- Salt & pepper to taste
- Prepared teriyaki sauce
- 1 onion, sliced
- 1 bell pepper, sliced
- 1 cup broccoli, sliced
Instructions:
- In a bowl, combine flour, garlic powder, paprika, salt, and pepper.
- Cut chicken into bite-sized pieces and dredge them in the flour mixture until well coated.
- Heat a skillet over medium-high heat with a bit of olive oil.
- Add chicken and cook until almost done.
- Pour half of the prepared teriyaki sauce over the chicken, tossing to coat. Cook for 2-3 minutes.
- Transfer chicken to a warm plate.
- In the same skillet, sauté onion until translucent.
- Add bell pepper and cook for 2-3 minutes.
- Add broccoli and cook to desired tenderness.
- Pour the remaining teriyaki sauce over the vegetables and mix well.
- Return cooked chicken to the skillet, mix everything together, and serve hot.
Easy Fried Rice Recipe
Ingredients:
- 1 tbsp butter
- 1 tbsp light olive oil
- 2 tbsp sesame oil
- 2 large eggs
- 2 garlic cloves, minced
- 2 cups cooked long-grain rice
- 3-4 tbsp low-sodium soy sauce
- 1 cup frozen mixed vegetables
- Salt & pepper to taste
Instructions:
- Heat a large skillet over high heat.
- Add butter and oil, then cook garlic until fragrant.
- Stir in cooked rice, sesame oil, and soy sauce. Cook for a couple of minutes, stirring frequently.
- Push rice to the sides of the skillet and crack the eggs in the center. Scramble them until fully cooked.
- Mix in frozen vegetables and cook until heated through.
- Stir everything together and serve hot!
Final Thoughts
This Easy Teriyaki Chicken Fried Rice Dinner is a family favorite and incredibly versatile. Whether you make everything from scratch or take shortcuts with store-bought fried rice, you can customize it to fit your needs.
For those wondering about my cookware, I use the Masterclass Premium 12.5″ Low Casserole Pan, which has a superior nonstick double coating that requires very little oil. The steel induction base and cast aluminum body ensure even heat distribution, making it a fantastic addition to my kitchen!
I hope you and your family love this recipe as much as we do. Happy cooking!