Here’s a simple and delicious Teriyaki Chicken recipe you can make at home:
🍗 Teriyaki Chicken Recipe
Ingredients (Serves 2–3)
- 500g (1 lb) chicken thighs or breasts, cut into bite-sized pieces
- 2 tablespoons soy sauce
- 2 tablespoons mirin (or sweet rice wine)
- 1 tablespoon sake (optional)
- 1 tablespoon honey or brown sugar
- 1 clove garlic, minced
- 1 teaspoon ginger, grated
- 1 tablespoon vegetable oil
- Sesame seeds and chopped green onions for garnish
Instructions
- Prepare the Marinade
- In a bowl, mix soy sauce, mirin, sake, honey, garlic, and ginger.
- Add chicken pieces and marinate for 15–30 minutes (or up to 2 hours for more flavor).
- Cook the Chicken
- Heat vegetable oil in a pan over medium heat.
- Add chicken pieces, cook 5–7 minutes per side until browned and cooked through.
- Add Sauce
- Pour the marinade into the pan.
- Let it simmer for 2–3 minutes, stirring constantly, until it thickens and coats the chicken.
- Serve
- Transfer to a plate and garnish with sesame seeds and chopped green onions.
- Serve with steamed rice or stir-fried vegetables.
💡 Tips for Extra Flavor
- Caramelize the sauce slightly by simmering a bit longer for a richer taste.
- Use skin-on chicken thighs for juicier, more flavorful meat.
- Add vegetables like bell peppers or broccoli to the pan for a full meal.
✅ Key Takeaway
This teriyaki chicken is sweet, savory, and quick to make, perfect for a weeknight dinner. The homemade sauce is healthier and more flavorful than store-bought versions.
I can also give a “30-minute teriyaki chicken sheet-pan version” that’s even faster and requires less cleanup.
Do you want me to share that version?
