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A close-up of a bowl filled with fluffy white rice, topped with glistening teriyaki chicken and vibrant broccoli florets, sprinkled with sesame seeds.

Teriyaki Chicken and Broccoli

This recipe for Teriyaki Chicken and Broccoli is a quick, healthy, and delicious weeknight dinner perfect for busy families. It's naturally gluten-free and offers a taste of Asian cuisine that kids will love.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 15 minutes
Steaming Broccoli 5 minutes
Total Time 30 minutes
Servings: 4 people
Course: Dinner
Cuisine: Asian-inspired
Ingredients Equipment Method Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Chicken and Broccoli
  • 3 organic chicken breasts cut into 1 1/2-inch pieces
  • 3 cups fresh broccoli florets
  • 1 Tablespoon olive oil or avocado oil
For the Teriyaki Sauce
  • 1/4 cup tamari or low-sodium soy sauce or liquid aminos
  • 3 Tablespoon coconut sugar
  • 1 Tablespoon sesame oil
  • 1 teaspoon ginger grated fresh or dried
  • 2 teaspoon corn starch
  • 2 garlic cloves minced
  • 1 pinch red pepper flakes optional
  • 1/2 teaspoon sesame seeds optional

Equipment

  • Saucepan
  • Small bowl
  • Whisk
  • Pan

Method
 

  1. Steam the broccoli: Add 1 cup of water and the broccoli florets to a saucepan. Cover and simmer gently for 3-5 minutes, or until tender but not overcooked.
  2. Prepare the teriyaki sauce: In a small bowl, whisk together the tamari, sesame oil, garlic, cornstarch, ginger, and coconut sugar.
  3. Cook the chicken: Heat oil in a pan over medium-high heat. Add the chicken pieces and cook on all sides until fully cooked, about 5 minutes. Ensure the pan is hot to avoid steaming the chicken.
  4. Add the sauce: Pour the teriyaki sauce over the cooked chicken. Stir for 1-2 minutes until the sauce thickens and coats the chicken. You can add the broccoli at this stage to coat it in the sauce as well.
  5. Serve: Serve the teriyaki chicken and broccoli over rice or your favorite grain. Sprinkle with sesame seeds if desired.

Notes

This recipe is a great way to bring your family together for a flavorful and healthy meal. It's naturally gluten-free and can be customized to your family's preferences.

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