Description
This easy teriyaki chicken recipe is a quick, flavorful dish with a glossy, savory-sweet sauce. Ready in under 30 minutes, it’s perfect for busy weeknights. Serve with rice, noodles, or veggies for a delicious meal!
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 lb (450g) boneless, skinless chicken thighs or breasts, cut into bite-sized pieces
- 1 tbsp vegetable oil
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 tsp grated ginger
- ¼ cup soy sauce (low-sodium recommended)
- 2 tbsp honey (or brown sugar)
- 1 tbsp rice vinegar
- 1 tbsp mirin (optional, for extra depth of flavor)
- 1 tsp cornstarch mixed with 1 tbsp water (slurry)
- ½ tsp sesame oil (optional, for extra richness)
- 1 tsp sesame seeds (for garnish)
- 2 green onions, sliced (for garnish)
Instructions
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Cook the Chicken:
- Heat vegetable oil in a large skillet over medium heat.
- Add chicken and cook for 4–5 minutes per side until golden brown and fully cooked. Remove from pan and set aside.
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Make the Teriyaki Sauce:
- In the same pan, sauté garlic and ginger for 30 seconds until fragrant.
- Add soy sauce, honey, rice vinegar, and mirin. Stir and bring to a simmer.
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Thicken the Sauce:
- Stir in cornstarch slurry and mix well. Simmer for 1–2 minutes until thickened.
- Add sesame oil, if using.
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Coat the Chicken:
- Return the cooked chicken to the pan and toss in the teriyaki sauce. Cook for 1 minute to absorb flavors.
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Serve:
- Garnish with sesame seeds and green onions.
- Serve over steamed rice, noodles, or with vegetables.
Notes
- Spicy Teriyaki Chicken: Add ½ tsp red pepper flakes or a drizzle of sriracha.
- Gluten-Free Version: Use tamari or coconut aminos instead of soy sauce.
- Extra Veggies: Add bell peppers, broccoli, or carrots while cooking.
- Grilled Teriyaki Chicken: Marinate chicken for 30 minutes and grill instead of pan-frying.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Category: main dish
- Method: Stir-Fry
- Cuisine: Japanese-Inspired
Keywords: Teriyaki Chicken, Easy Chicken Recipe, Quick Dinner, Japanese Chicken, Homemade Teriyaki Sauce