Light Teriyaki Chicken and Broccoli

Name: Light Teriyaki Chicken and Broccoli
Total time: 15 min
Yield: 2 people
Ingredients: 5.3 oz Chicken breast (or chicken fillet); 7 oz Broccoli; 3.5 oz Carrot; 2 tbsp Teriyaki sauce; 2 clove Garlic; 1 tbsp Spring onion

Dairy-FreeUnder 15 MinsHigh Protein • Low CalorieStovetop • One-PotDinnerPan-Asian

Medium 15 min 180 kcal 2 servings

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A quick, healthy, and macro-friendly skillet meal that offers a perfect balance of lean protein and nutritious vegetables.

This Light Teriyaki Chicken and Broccoli is the perfect choice when looking for a healthy and quick weeknight meal that fits precise macros. The goal was to create a recipe with exactly 20 grams of protein and 20 grams of carbohydrates, and this dish hits the mark! It's also an excellent way to use up vegetables like broccoli and carrots from the fridge before they lose their crunch. Chicken breast provides high-quality, lean protein to keep you full longer, while the fiber from the vegetables balances the meal. Light Teriyaki Chicken and Broccoli gets its wonderful umami and slightly sweet flavor from ready-made teriyaki sauce, making cooking effortless and fast—the entire meal is ready in one pan in under 15 minutes. By adding some fresh garlic and spring onion, you get restaurant-level depth without extra calories. This recipe is an absolute lifesaver for busy days when you want to stick strictly to your diet without sacrificing taste!

Ingredients

150 g Chicken breast (or chicken fillet) (about 1 small breast fillet)
200 g Broccoli (about ½ medium head)
100 g Carrot (1 medium)
2 tbsp Teriyaki sauce
10 g Garlic (2 cloves)
15 g Spring onion (1 stalk)

Instructions

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Step 1: Chop the chicken breast into small bite-sized pieces. Cut the broccoli into small florets and slice the carrot into thin rounds. Mince the garlic and spring onion.
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Step 2: Heat a frying pan over medium heat. Add a little water or a dash of oil (if your diet allows) and lightly brown the chicken breast on all sides for about 4-5 minutes.
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Step 3: Add the broccoli, carrot, and minced garlic to the pan. Sauté and toss the mixture for about 3-4 minutes until the vegetables begin to soften slightly but still retain some crunch.
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Step 4: Pour in the teriyaki sauce and stir thoroughly to ensure all ingredients are coated. Let it simmer on low heat for another 2-3 minutes.
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Step 5: Remove the pan from the heat. Finish the dish by sprinkling fresh spring onion on top and serve immediately.

Chef's Tips

•If you want the vegetables to be even softer, you can add a tablespoon of water to the pan and cover with a lid for a couple of minutes to steam.
•The saltiness of teriyaki sauce varies by brand, so taste the finished dish before adding any extra salt.