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    Home » Recipes » Paleo and Whole30 Recipes

    Healthy Chicken Teriyaki (Only 6 ingredients)

    Author: Rachel Rivera | Published: Jan 4, 2022 | Last Modified: Mar 16, 2023

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    No need to miss out on your favorite takeout meals just because you're eating clean now! This Healthy Chicken Teriyaki has ONLY 6 ingredients! It comes together quick, and doesn't skimp on flavor.

    An overview of the finished product in a cast iron skillet, with a green towel on the side.

    Needed Ingredients

    The needed ingredients, from left to right: chicken, mini bell peppers, avocado oil, Noble Made Soy Free Teriyaki, onions, and garlic.

    Like I said, only 6 ingredients are needed! See the recipe card for quantities. You'll need:

    • Sesame oil
    • Chicken
    • Bell Peppers
    • Onions
    • Garlic
    • The New Primal's Soy Free Teriyaki Sauce -this is the secret ingredient right here!! It's what this meal so fast and easy. No measuring or prepping required, and it's full of only the healthiest ingredients!

    Discounts are always better, so when shopping with the New Primal, use code THECLEANHAPPYLIFE for 15% off you're entire purchase!

    I absolutely love TNP, almost all of their sauces and marinades are Whole30 and Paleo friendly! This means no sugars sneaking their way into your diet, so you can save all that for a dessert that's actually worth it!

    They have a variety of marinades and salad dressings, and also your classic sauces like ketchup, mustard, BBQ, and more!

    They also sell jerky and meat sticks, which make great on the go protein snacks.

    Directions

    It's super easy to make this recipe, it comes together quick and you'll breeze right through it!

    First, thoroughly cook the chicken in sesame oil then set it aside on a plate.

    chicken cooking in a cast iron skillet

    Next, cook the onion, peppers, and garlic until the peppers are soft.

    the peppers and onions cooking in a cast iron skillet

    Meanwhile, chop the chicken into bite sized pieces.

    chopping the chicken into pieces

    When finished chopping the chicken and the veggies are cooked, add the chicken back to the pan.

    the chicken and veggies added together

    Add the bottle of teriyaki sauce, and let simmer for two minutes, allowing the flavors to mix.

    the chicken and veggies simmering

    That's it! Quick and easy.

    finished healthy chicken teriyaki

    How to serve

    There's lots of options how to serve chicken teriyaki, it all depends on your preferences and dietary needs!

    • On a Whole30? Serve it over cauli rice! Cauli rice is a great Whole30 and Paleo substitute for white rice. You can rice the cauliflower yourself or buy it frozen or fresh.
    • My personal favorite way to serve this is over mashed sweet potatoes. The flavors taste so well together, and you get more veggies and a carb and fiber!
    • You could even turn it into chicken teriyaki stuffed sweet potatoes as well, using baked sweet potatoes!
    • For something different you could also serve it over zoodles, or zucchini noodles.
    • Alternatively, bake zucchini sliced in half, and serve it over the halves as stuffed zucchini!

    Storage

    Store any leftovers in an air-tight container.

    Keep leftovers in the fridge for up to 3 days.

    How to Reheat

    Leftovers can be reheated most easily in the microwave.

    I prefer to heat all my leftovers in the oven or toaster oven. It yields the best texture and tastes the most fresh, as if it was just finished cooking.

    You can also reheat it on the stovetop in a skillet, just stir it frequently so it doesn't dry out, and to make sure it reheats evenly.

    Top Tips

    Want to make this recipe even easier? Use pre-chopped peppers and onions! Stores like Trader Joe's sell produce like this and it makes this meal come together even faster!

    Have the peppers, onion, and garlic chopped before you start cooking the chicken.

    This way as soon as the chicken is finished and removed, the veggies can go right in the hot pan without the oil just sitting there burning.

    Healthy Chicken Teriyaki

    Rachel Rivera
    No need to miss out on your favorite takeout meals just because you're eating clean now! This Healthy Chicken Teriyaki has ONLY 6 ingredients! It comes together quick, and doesn't skimp on flavor.
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    Prep Time 5 minutes mins
    Cook Time 20 minutes mins
    Total Time 25 minutes mins
    Course Dinner, Main Course
    Cuisine American, Asian
    Servings 4 people

    Equipment

    • 1 skillet or wok
    • 1 Knife
    • 1 Cutting Board
    • 1 plate
    • 1 wooden spoon
    • 1 Tablespoon measuring spoon
    • 1 Half Tablespoon measuring spoon

    Ingredients
      

    • 3 Tbsp. sesame oil split
    • 1 lb. chicken tenders or thighs boneless, skinless
    • 2 large bell peppers or 3 small, chopped into strips
    • 2 medium onions sliced
    • 5 cloves garlic minced
    • 1 bottle Soy Free Teriyaki from the New Primal, see link above

    Instructions
     

    • Heat 1.5 Tbsp. of sesame oil over medium heat in a skillet or wok.
    • When heated, cook the chicken roughly 6 minutes per side, or until an internal degree of 165F is reached. Set aside.
    • Pour the remaining 1.5 Tbsp. of sesame oil in the skillet. Add the peppers and onions and cook for 7-10 minutes, stirring frequently. Halfway through, add the garlic and cover with a lid. Finish cooking until the peppers and onions are soft.
    • Meanwhile, chop the chicken into bite sized pieces.
    • When the veggies are done, add the chicken back to the pan.
    • Add the bottle of teriyaki and stir to mix evenly. Place the lid back on and let simmer for 2 minutes.
    • Enjoy!
    Keyword asian marinade, chicken teriyaki, teriyaki, Whole30, whole30 chicken teriyaki

    Did you try this recipe? Let me know in the comments below! Let me know how you served it too.

    Feel free to take a picture and tag me on Instagram @thecleanhappylife.

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