Here’s a simple and delicious teriyaki chicken recipe you can make at home—sweet, savory, and perfect with rice or vegetables:
🍗 Teriyaki Chicken Recipe
Ingredients (Serves 2–3)
- 2–3 boneless, skinless chicken breasts or thighs
- 3 tablespoons soy sauce
- 2 tablespoons honey or brown sugar
- 2 tablespoons mirin (or rice vinegar if unavailable)
- 1 tablespoon sesame oil
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 teaspoon fresh ginger, grated
- 1 teaspoon cornstarch + 1 tablespoon water (optional, for thicker sauce)
- Sesame seeds and chopped green onions for garnish
Instructions
1. Prepare the Chicken
- Pat the chicken dry with a paper towel.
- Optional: Cut into bite-sized pieces for quicker cooking.
2. Make the Teriyaki Sauce
- In a small bowl, combine soy sauce, honey, mirin, garlic, and ginger.
- If you like a thicker sauce, mix cornstarch with water and set aside.
3. Cook the Chicken
- Heat sesame oil in a skillet over medium heat.
- Add chicken and cook 5–7 minutes per side until golden brown and fully cooked.
4. Add the Sauce
- Pour the sauce over the chicken in the skillet.
- Let it simmer 2–3 minutes until the chicken is coated and the sauce thickens.
- If using cornstarch, add it now and stir until sauce reaches desired consistency.
5. Serve
- Slice the chicken and pour extra sauce over it.
- Garnish with sesame seeds and chopped green onions.
- Serve with steamed rice or vegetables.
💡 Tips for Best Results
- Marinate the chicken for 30 minutes for extra flavor.
- Use chicken thighs for juicier results.
- Add vegetables like broccoli, bell peppers, or snap peas to make it a complete meal.
If you want, I can give a quick 15-minute one-pan teriyaki chicken hack that’s perfect for busy nights with minimal cleanup.
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