Low-Carb Teriyaki Chicken & Veggies (One-Pan Meal)
🕒 Time
Prep: 10 minutes
Cook: 20 minutes
Total: 30 minutes
🍽 Servings
2–3 servings
🧾 Ingredients
Chicken & Veggies
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500 g boneless, skinless chicken breast, sliced
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1 tbsp olive oil
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1 cup broccoli florets
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1 medium zucchini, sliced
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1 bell pepper, sliced
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1 cup mushrooms, sliced
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2 cloves garlic, minced
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1 tsp fresh ginger, grated (or ½ tsp ground)
Low-Carb Teriyaki Sauce
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¼ cup soy sauce or tamari (low sodium)
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2 tbsp water
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1 tbsp rice vinegar or apple cider vinegar
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1–2 tbsp erythritol or monk fruit sweetener (to taste)
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1 tsp sesame oil
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½ tsp xanthan gum (for thickening)
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Optional: chili flakes for heat
Garnish (Optional)
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Sesame seeds
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Chopped green onions
👩🍳 Instructions
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Make the Sauce:
In a small bowl, whisk soy sauce, water, vinegar, sweetener, sesame oil, garlic, ginger, and xanthan gum until smooth. Set aside. -
Cook Chicken:
Heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat. Add chicken slices, season lightly with pepper, and cook 5–6 minutes until golden and cooked through. Remove chicken to a plate. -
Cook Veggies:
In the same pan, add broccoli, zucchini, bell pepper, and mushrooms. Stir-fry 4–5 minutes until tender-crisp. -
Combine & Sauce:
Return chicken to the pan. Pour in the teriyaki sauce. Stir well and cook 2–3 minutes until the sauce thickens and coats everything evenly. -
Serve:
Garnish with sesame seeds and green onions. Serve hot.
🥗 Nutrition (Approx. per serving)
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Calories: ~320
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Net Carbs: ~7–9 g
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Protein: ~35 g
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Fat: ~14 g
(Values may vary by ingredients used.)
❓ Q & A
Q: Can I use chicken thighs instead of breast?
A: Yes, boneless skinless thighs work great and stay extra juicy. Cooking time may increase slightly.
Q: Is this recipe keto-friendly?
A: Yes. Use a keto-approved sweetener and low-carb soy sauce/tamari.
Q: Can I make this in the air fryer?
A: Cook chicken and veggies separately in the air fryer at 180°C (360°F), then toss with the sauce in a pan to thicken.
Q: What veggies can I substitute?
A: Green beans, snap peas, cauliflower, or asparagus are all low-carb options.
Q: How do I store leftovers?
A: Store in an airtight container in the fridge for up to 3 days. Reheat in a pan or microwave.
