Here’s a simple and delicious way to make teriyaki chicken at home. 🍗🍯 It’s flavorful, slightly sweet, and pairs perfectly with rice or vegetables.
Ingredients (Serves 2–4)
Chicken
- 2–4 boneless, skinless chicken thighs or breasts
- Salt & pepper, to taste
- 1 tbsp vegetable oil or sesame oil
Teriyaki Sauce
- 1/4 cup soy sauce (low-sodium preferred)
- 2 tbsp honey or brown sugar
- 2 tbsp mirin or rice vinegar
- 1 clove garlic, minced
- 1 tsp fresh ginger, grated
- 1 tsp cornstarch (optional, for thickening)
- 2 tbsp water (if using cornstarch)
Instructions
1. Prepare the Sauce
- In a small bowl, mix soy sauce, honey, mirin, garlic, and ginger.
- Optional: Mix cornstarch and water separately for thickening.
2. Cook the Chicken
- Heat oil in a skillet over medium-high heat.
- Season the chicken with salt and pepper.
- Cook chicken 5–7 minutes per side, until golden brown and cooked through.
3. Add the Teriyaki Sauce
- Pour the sauce over the chicken in the pan.
- Simmer 2–3 minutes, stirring occasionally, until the sauce thickens and coats the chicken.
- If using cornstarch, add the slurry to the pan to thicken further.
4. Serve
- Slice the chicken and drizzle with extra sauce.
- Garnish with sesame seeds and chopped green onions.
- Serve with steamed rice, quinoa, or stir-fried veggies.
💡 Tips
- Marinate chicken in teriyaki sauce for 30 minutes to overnight for extra flavor.
- For a healthier version, swap honey for maple syrup or reduce sugar.
- Use a nonstick pan or cast iron skillet to prevent sticking.
If you want, I can also make a quick 15-minute sheet pan teriyaki chicken recipe that’s easy for weeknight dinners and minimal cleanup.
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