Chicken and Asparagus Teriyaki
Servings: 4 servings
Calories: 258kcal
Seasoned boneless and skinless chicken breast pieces are pan-fried with fresh asparagus and in a quick, homemade teriyaki sauce. This is a healthy dinner that is both easy and delicious!
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Ingredients
- 4 large chicken breasts, cut into 1 1/2 inch cubes
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 1/4 teaspoon ground black pepper
- 12-16 spears asparagus, cut into 1-2 inch lengths
- 1/2 tablespoon butter
- 1/2 teaspoon dried red chili flakes, optional
- 1 cup teriyaki sauce
- 1 tablespoon toasted sesame seeds
- 1 teaspoon sesame oil
- parsley for garnish, optional
Instructions
- Preheat a skillet over medium heat. Add the olive oil, chicken, salt, and black pepper. Stir to combine and saute until the chicken is cooked through and started to brown just slightly. This step should take 5-7 minutes.
- Next, add the asparagus and butter. Stir to combine into the chicken. Saute until the asparagus is just tender - about 3-5 minutes depending on the thickness of your asparagus.
- At this point, add the dried red chili flakes, if using. Pour in the teriyaki sauce and stir to combine. Cook until the sauce is heated through.
- Turn off the heat. Add the sesame seeds and sesame oil Stir to combine.
- Serve immediately. Garnish with parsley.
Nutrition
Calories: 258kcal | Carbohydrates: 12g | Protein: 29g | Fat: 10g | Saturated Fat: 2g | Cholesterol: 76mg | Sodium: 3198mg | Potassium: 589mg | Fiber: 1g | Sugar: 10g | Vitamin A: 174IU | Vitamin C: 1mg | Calcium: 43mg | Iron: 2mg