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Teriyaki Chicken

Mouthwatering Teriyaki Chicken for Quick Weeknight Dinners

This quick Teriyaki Chicken recipe transforms a busy weeknight into a delightful meal, showcasing juicy chicken and a delicious sweet-savory sauce.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 20 minutes
Total Time 30 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Dinner
Cuisine: Japanese
Calories: 300
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Chicken
  • 4 pieces Chicken Thighs Juiciness and rich flavor.
For the Sauce
  • 1/2 cup Soy Sauce Can substitute with Tamari for gluten-free.
  • 1/4 cup Honey Can use brown sugar or maple syrup for vegan option.
  • 2 tablespoons Rice Vinegar Apple cider vinegar works as an alternative.
  • 1 tablespoon Fresh Ginger Use ground ginger if fresh isn’t available.
  • 2 cloves Garlic Minced; garlic powder can be a substitute.
  • 1 tablespoon Cornstarch Arrowroot powder is a good alternative.
  • 2 tablespoons Vegetable Oil Any neutral oil can be substituted.
For Garnish
  • 1 tablespoon Sesame Seeds Can be skipped if unavailable.
  • 2 tablespoons Green Onions Skip for a simpler presentation.

Equipment

  • large skillet
  • Small bowl
  • whisk

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions
  1. In a small bowl, combine soy sauce, honey, rice vinegar, water, freshly grated ginger, and minced garlic. Whisk until smooth.
  2. Heat vegetable oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat. Season chicken thighs with salt and pepper, then add to skillet.
  3. Cook chicken for 5-7 minutes on each side until golden brown and fully cooked through at 165°F.
  4. Pour prepared teriyaki sauce over the chicken in the skillet and simmer for 2 minutes.
  5. Mix cornstarch with water in a small bowl until smooth, then add gradually to the skillet, stirring constantly for 2-3 minutes until sauce thickens.
  6. Remove from heat, garnish with sesame seeds and chopped green onions, and serve over steamed rice or noodles.

Nutrition

Serving: 1servingCalories: 300kcalCarbohydrates: 20gProtein: 25gFat: 15gSaturated Fat: 3gPolyunsaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 9gCholesterol: 70mgSodium: 800mgPotassium: 450mgFiber: 1gSugar: 10gVitamin A: 10IUVitamin C: 2mgCalcium: 2mgIron: 10mg

Notes

Opt for chicken thighs for juiciness. Allow sauce to simmer for at least two minutes after adding to chicken for best flavor. Avoid overcrowding the pan.

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