Description
Indulge in the delightful flavors of Teriyaki Chicken, a quick and easy recipe perfect for busy weeknights or family gatherings. In just 30 minutes, you can enjoy tender chicken pieces coated in a sweet and tangy homemade teriyaki sauce that is sure to please both kids and adults. Served over fluffy rice and vibrant stir-fried vegetables, this dish is not only satisfying but also versatile enough to suit any occasion.
Ingredients
Scale
- ½ cup low sodium soy sauce
- ¼ cup water
- 3 tablespoons brown sugar
- 2 tablespoons honey or maple syrup
- 1 tablespoon rice vinegar
- 1 teaspoon sesame oil
- 2 teaspoons minced fresh ginger
- 3 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 tablespoon cornstarch
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- 1½ pounds boneless skinless chicken thighs or breasts, diced
- Black pepper to taste
Instructions
- Prepare the sauce by whisking together soy sauce, water, brown sugar, honey, rice vinegar, sesame oil, ginger, garlic, and cornstarch in a bowl until smooth.
- Heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat. Add the chicken pieces seasoned with black pepper and cook for about 7-10 minutes until golden brown and cooked through.
- Pour the prepared teriyaki sauce over the chicken and stir continuously for an additional 1-2 minutes until thickened.
- Serve hot over cooked rice with optional toppings of green onions and sesame seeds.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Skillet
- Cuisine: Japanese
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup (approximately 240g)
- Calories: 290
- Sugar: 15g
- Sodium: 540mg
- Fat: 9g
- Saturated Fat: 1g
- Unsaturated Fat: 7g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 34g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 22g
- Cholesterol: 100mg