Viral Pinterest Healthy Japanese Cast Iron Chicken Breast & Bell Pepper Skillet
This viral, healthy Japanese-inspired skillet meal features tender chicken breast and colorful bell peppers cooked in a savory, umami-rich sauce, perfect for easy weeknight dinners and meal prep. It's better than takeout, gluten-free, and ready in under 30 minutes.
Ingredients
Ingredients
- 1 lb boneless, skinless chicken breasts cut into 1-inch cubes
- 2 medium bell peppers any color, sliced into strips
- 1 medium yellow onion thinly sliced
- 2 tbsp tamari or gluten-free soy sauce
- 1 tbsp rice vinegar
- 1 tbsp honey or maple syrup
- 1 tbsp toasted sesame oil
- 2 tsp fresh ginger grated
- 3 cloves garlic minced
- 1 tbsp avocado oil or high-heat oil
- 1 tsp cornstarch optional, for thickening sauce
- 2 tbsp water optional, if using cornstarch
Notes
Storage: Store cooled leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 4 days. Make-Ahead: The sauce can be made up to 2 days in advance and stored in the fridge. Vegetables can be sliced ahead of time. Variations: Substitute chicken with firm tofu or shrimp. Add broccoli or snap peas for extra veggies. Serve with steamed jasmine rice, quinoa, or zucchini noodles for a low-carb option. For extra flavor, add a sprinkle of furikake seasoning before serving.