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Whole30 Teriyaki Chicken and Broccoli

January 27, 2020 2 Comments

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This Whole30 Teriyaki Chicken and Broccoli recipe is a simple and delicious meal. The healthy homemade teriyaki sauce on this stir fry is full of flavour and made with coconut aminos so it’s also paleo and gluten free. This recipe makes great leftovers so is perfect for meal prep. 

A bowl of Whole30 Teriyaki Chicken and Broccoli with rice

Why you will love this recipe: 

  • This paleo teriyaki chicken and broccoli is a healthy stir fry alternative. 
  • The teriyaki sauce is so incredibly tasty and because it’s made with coconut aminos it’s soy free and gluten free!
  • It’s really easy to make and is ready in under 20 minutes!
  • It makes a great option for weeknight dinners and is perfect for meal prep too. 
  • It makes great leftovers and stores well in the fridge.
  • Not only is this recipe Whole30 compliant but it’s also paleo, dairy free and gluten free.
  • Because the sauce is refined sugar free this is a healthier version of traditional Japanese style teriyaki chicken dishes.

Ingredients and substitutions:

  • Coconut aminos  – this forms the base of the delicious teriyaki sauce for this recipe. If you aren’t on a Whole30 diet or paleo diet you can use soy sauce instead. 
  • Dates – to add some natural sweetness to the teriyaki sauce while keeping it refined sugar free and healthy! 
  • Fresh ginger – to help add some delicious flavour to the sauce. 
  • Chili flakes – just a pinch to give this recipe even more flavour. 
  • Tapioca starch/ flour – to help thicken the teriyaki sauce for this recipe. If you aren’t on a Whole30 you can use corn starch instead. 
  • Garlic or garlic infused olive oil – for even more flavour!
  • Chicken breasts – this recipe is high in protein because of the chicken. I personally recommend using boneless and skinless chicken breasts for this recipe. You could also use chicken thighs if you wish. 
  • Avocado oil or coconut oil – to help cook the chicken and broccoli. 
  • Broccoli – I love the way the broccoli soaks up the flavours of the teriyaki sauce in this dish. 

Taste and texture: 

This recipe has such a delicious flavour! The homemade teriyaki sauce is slightly sweet, a little sticky and with a little heat. The chicken and broccoli soak up the flavours perfectly and give this dish some nice texture as well as protein, vitamins and minerals. 

Overhead shot of a bowl of Whole30 teriyaki chicken and broccoli

How to make this recipe:

Step one:

Add the ingredients for the sauce to your high speed blender and blend well until smooth.

Step two:

Place a large pan on the stove on medium heat and add the oil.

Step three: 

Add the cut chicken breasts and cook for 1-2 minutes per side, until the chicken is fully cooked on all sides.

Step four:

Add the broccoli to the pan and pour the sauce over the chicken and broccoli and stir until combined.

Step five:

Turn down the heat and simmer for approximately 10 minutes, stirring frequently until the broccoli is the consistency you desire. 

Step by step directions for making Whole30 Teriyaki chicken and broccoli

Chef’s tips:

  • Make a double or tripe batch of the sauce and save some to use later.
  • I recommend using boneless, skinless chicken breasts but you could use chicken thighs if you wish.
  • The tapioca starch is used to thicken the sauce. If you want a thinner sauce simply omit it.

Variations and add ins: 

  • Feel free to add other vegetables to this Whole30 stir fry such as bell peppers, carrots, celery or peas.
  • Try adding green onion to the sauce to give it a little different flavour.
  • Feel free use the healthy homemade teriyaki sauce from this recipe as a Whole30 teriyaki chicken marinade or a paleo teriyaki chicken marinade. 

What to serve with this recipe:

  • If you are following a Whole30 or paleo diet I would serve this in a small bowl with cauliflower rice.
  • It also goes great with white rice or rice noodles.
  • You can top this dish with sesame seeds or cashews.
  • Chopped green onion also makes a great garnish for this dish.

How to store: 

Store this dish in the fridge in an air tight container for up to 5 days. Simply reheat it when you are ready to eat it. 

A pan filled with Whole30 teriyaki chicken and broccoli

Frequently asked questions:

Is teriyaki sauce healthy?

It depends on what the sauce is made of. Many teriyaki sauces contain a lot of sugar. However the sauce for this teriyaki chicken dish is healthy because it’s refined sugar free! Instead it’s sweetened naturally with dates.

What is teriyaki sauce made of?

Usually teriyaki sauce is made from soy sauce as the base with added ingredients like ginger, garlic, chilis, onion and sugar. Instead of using soy sauce the sauce for this Whole30 teriyaki chicken uses coconut aminos.

What sides are good with teriyaki chicken?

Besides broccoli, other vegetables that go great with teriyaki chicken are cooked bell peppers, carrots, peas and celery. It also pairs well with cauliflower rice or white rice.

A bowl of Whole30 teriyaki chicken and broccoli with chopsticks

Other Whole30 recipes you will love:

  • Dairy Free Alfredo Sauce
  • Dairy Free Scalloped Potatoes
  • Whole30 Pumpkin and Sweet Potato Soup
  • Paleo Spanish rice
  • Whole30 Cream of Potato Soup
  • Whole30 Chicken Stir Fry
  • Beef Curry Stew
  • Whole30 Sloppy Joes
  • Paleo Salt and Pepper Chicken Wings

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Whole30 Teriyaki Chicken and Broccoli

This Whole30 Teriyaki Chicken and Broccoli is an easy and healthy dinner that is full of flavour. With the most delcious Japanese inspired sauce this recipe is also gluten free and paleo.

Course Main Course
Cuisine American, Japanese
Keyword gluten free teriyaki sauce, healthy teriyaki chicken, paleo teriyaki chicken
Prep Time 5 minutes
Cook Time 15 minutes
Servings 4
Calories 360 kcal

Ingredients

Teriyaki Sauce Ingredients

  • 1 cup coconut aminos
  • 1 piece of fresh ginger, 2cm x 2cm, peeled and chopped
  • 1 tsp chili flakes
  • 1 tsp tapioca starch
  • 1 clove garlic, minced (or sub 1 tsp garlic infused olive oil)
  • 7 dates

Chicken Ingredients

  • 2-3 chicken breasts, diced
  • 3 tbsp avocado oil or coconut oil
  • 5 cups broccoli

Instructions

Sauce Directions

  1. Place all the ingredients into your Vitamix or other high speed blender and blend well until smooth.

Chicken and Broccoli Directions

  1. Place a large pan on the stove on medium heat and add the oil.

  2. Add the diced chicken breasts and cook for 1-2 minutes per side, until the chicken is fully cooked.

  3. Add the broccoli to the pan.

  4. Pour the sauce over the chicken and broccoli and stir until combined.

  5. Turn down the heat and simmer for another ~10 minutes, stirring frequently until the broccoli is the consistency you desire.

  6. Serve and enjoy!

Recipe Notes

  1. Feel free to add other vegetables such as bell peppers or carrots to this dish.
  2. You can double the sauce and save some for later.
  3. Nutritional values are estimates and will vary depending on the exact ingredients you use. 
Nutrition Facts
Whole30 Teriyaki Chicken and Broccoli
Amount Per Serving
Calories 360 Calories from Fat 126
% Daily Value*
Fat 14g22%
Saturated Fat 2g13%
Cholesterol 72mg24%
Sodium 1533mg67%
Potassium 868mg25%
Carbohydrates 30g10%
Fiber 4g17%
Sugar 10g11%
Protein 28g56%
Vitamin A 891IU18%
Vitamin C 103mg125%
Calcium 64mg6%
Iron 1mg6%
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2000 calorie diet.

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  1. Jocelyn Schuler

    May 21, 2020 at 6:51 pm

    Currently eating this and it’s amazing!!! My husband just asked if I made it from scratch, and was blown away at how good it was. You’re a kitchen wizard!5 stars

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    • Erin Carter

      May 21, 2020 at 7:45 pm

      Oh this makes me so happy to hear! I am so glad you guys like it!

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