Crockpot Ground Chicken Teriyaki Noodle Stir Fry (Easy Family Dinner)
This Crockpot Ground Chicken Teriyaki Noodle Stir Fry is an easy family-friendly dinner made with ground chicken, vegetables, and lo mein noodles in a savory teriyaki sauce. Perfect for meal prep and leftovers.
Creator: Leslie Stokes
The Easy Family Dinner That Tastes Like Takeout
If you’re stuck in a dinner rut and need something different from the usual tacos, pasta, or crockpot chicken, this Crockpot Ground Chicken Teriyaki Noodle Stir Fry is the perfect solution. It has all the flavors of your favorite takeout noodle bowl but comes together with simple ingredients you can find at any grocery store.
Ground chicken is simmered in a savory teriyaki-inspired sauce with plenty of vegetables before being tossed with tender lo mein noodles. The result is a hearty, protein-packed meal that’s both kid-friendly and great for leftovers.
One of my favorite things about this recipe is how much it makes. We usually enjoy it for dinner and still have enough leftovers for lunches the next day. It’s the kind of recipe that works hard for you all week long.
Why You’ll Love This stir fry Recipe
- Easy crockpot meal for busy weeknights
- Packed with protein and vegetables
- Better-for-you takeout alternative
- Makes enough for leftovers
- Family-friendly flavors
- Great for meal prep
- Easily customizable with your favorite vegetables
Ingredient Highlights
Ground chicken keeps this recipe lighter while still providing plenty of protein. If you have ground turkey on hand, it works just as well.
Lo mein noodles are my favorite choice because they soak up the sauce beautifully and give the dish that classic takeout-style texture. Ramen noodles, spaghetti, or rice noodles can also be substituted if needed.
The sauce strikes the perfect balance of sweet and savory. If you’re looking to reduce calories or simply prefer a less sweet flavor profile, you can reduce the honey or leave it out altogether. The hoisin sauce and aromatics still provide plenty of flavor.
Fresh vegetables add color, texture, and nutrition. This is also a great clean-out-the-fridge recipe if you have extra broccoli, mushrooms, snap peas, cabbage, or bell peppers that need to be used.
Skillet Option
Don’t have time to wait for the crockpot? This recipe works beautifully in a large skillet and can be on the table in about 30 minutes. It’s one of those versatile dinners that adapts to whatever your schedule looks like that day.
Storage and Leftovers
This recipe stores well in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 4 days, making it ideal for meal prep lunches throughout the week.
If you’d like to freeze it, freeze only the chicken and sauce mixture. Prepare fresh noodles when you’re ready to serve for the best texture.
Frequently Asked Questions
Can I use ground turkey?
Yes! Ground turkey is an easy substitute and works great in this recipe.
What noodles work best?
Lo mein noodles are my favorite, but ramen noodles, spaghetti, udon noodles, or rice noodles all work well.
Can I make this lower carb?
Absolutely. Skip the noodles and serve the chicken mixture over cauliflower rice or additional vegetables.
Is this good for meal prep?
Yes. It reheats beautifully and makes excellent lunches for several days after cooking.
More Easy Family Dinners You’ll Love
If you love simple dinners like this one, be sure to check out my other family-friendly recipes that make weeknight cooking easier without sacrificing flavor.
Tips for the best stir fry
- Lo mein noodles provide the best texture for this recipe.
- Reduce or omit the honey if you’d like a lighter sauce.
- Add extra vegetables to stretch the meal even further.
- A drizzle of sriracha adds a little heat for those who like spice.
- Garnish with green onions and sesame seeds for extra flavor and crunch.
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Crockpot Ground Chicken Teriyaki Noodle Stir Fry
Ingredients
For the Crockpot
- 2 lbs ground chicken
- 1 small yellow onion diced
- 1 red bell pepper thinly sliced
- 2 cups broccoli florets
- 1 cup shredded carrots
- 4 cloves garlic minced
- 1 tablespoon fresh ginger grated
Sauce
- ½ cup low-sodium soy sauce or coconut aminos
- ¼ cup honey optional
- 2 tablespoons rice vinegar
- 2 tablespoons hoisin sauce
- 1 tablespoon sesame oil
- 1 teaspoon sriracha optional
- ½ cup chicken broth
- 2 tablespoons cornstarch
Noodles
- 8 ounces lo mein noodles
Garnish
- Green onions
- Sesame seeds
Let's Make It
- Brown the ground chicken in a skillet and drain excess liquid.
- Add chicken, onion, bell pepper, broccoli, carrots, garlic, and ginger to the crockpot.
- Whisk together all sauce ingredients and pour over the chicken mixture.
- Cook on LOW for 3-4 hours or HIGH for 1½-2 hours.
- Cook lo mein noodles according to package directions.
- Stir noodles into the crockpot and toss until coated.
- Top with green onions and sesame seeds before serving.
Nutrition Facts
(Approximate Per Serving)
Calories: 340
Protein: 29g
Carbohydrates: 28g
Fat: 11g
Fiber: 3g
Sugar: 8g
Meal Prep in 1 Hour
You can use any two of the meals in this series to get your meal prep done in just about and hour, give or take!
Having your breakfast and lunch ready for the week helps you stay on track with your nutriton, saves you time and money! I truly beleive that meal prep does not need to be over complicated, take too much time or be boring!
I always get asked- “do you ever get tired of eating the same thing all week?” and the answer is, no! Not when the food taste good! I give plenty of variety in these preps and keep it simple!
As always, thanks for being here and remember, don’t over complicate the process! Take a deep breath, you got this!
