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Easy Flavorful Teriyaki Chicken Meal Prep for 5 Days with Veggies

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A quick and easy teriyaki chicken recipe paired with steamed veggies, perfect for meal prepping up to 5 days. Juicy chicken thighs with a balanced sweet-savory sauce and crisp-tender vegetables make this a wholesome, crowd-pleasing meal.

Ingredients

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  • 1.5 lbs boneless, skinless chicken thighs
  • 2 tbsp vegetable oil or sesame oil
  • 3 cloves garlic, minced
  • 1 tsp fresh ginger, grated
  • 1/4 cup low-sodium soy sauce
  • 2 tbsp honey or pure maple syrup
  • 2 tbsp rice vinegar
  • 1 tbsp mirin or dry sherry (optional)
  • 1 tsp cornstarch mixed with 2 tbsp cold water
  • 2 cups broccoli florets (fresh or frozen)
  • 1 cup baby carrots, sliced diagonally
  • 1 cup snap peas or green beans
  • Salt and pepper, to taste
  • Optional garnishes: sesame seeds, thinly sliced green onions, red chili flakes

Instructions

  1. Mix the teriyaki sauce: In a medium bowl, whisk together soy sauce, honey, rice vinegar, mirin (if using), minced garlic, and grated ginger. Set aside.
  2. Prep the chicken: Pat chicken thighs dry with paper towels. Cut into bite-sized pieces if preferred or leave whole.
  3. Cook the chicken: Heat oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat. Add chicken pieces in a single layer. Sear without moving for 3–4 minutes until golden brown on one side. Flip and cook another 3 minutes.
  4. Add the sauce: Pour the teriyaki sauce over the chicken in the skillet. Reduce heat to medium and cook, stirring occasionally, until the sauce thickens and coats the chicken evenly—about 5 minutes. Stir in cornstarch slurry if needed to thicken.
  5. Steam the veggies: While chicken cooks, steam broccoli, carrots, and snap peas until tender-crisp—about 4-6 minutes. Season lightly with salt and pepper.
  6. Assemble the meal prep: Divide the teriyaki chicken and steamed veggies evenly into 5 meal prep containers. Allow to cool slightly before sealing and refrigerating.

Notes

Do not overcrowd the pan when cooking chicken to ensure a good sear. If sauce thickens too much, add a splash of water to loosen. Let food cool before sealing containers to avoid condensation and sogginess. Reheat chicken in a skillet with a splash of water or soy sauce for best texture. Fresh ginger is preferred over powdered for better flavor.

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