Description
Easy Homemade Teriyaki Chicken is a delightful dish that brings the vibrant flavors of Japanese cuisine right into your kitchen. Perfect for busy weeknights or casual gatherings, this recipe showcases tender chicken pieces coated in a sweet and savory teriyaki sauce that’s simple to make. With its rich flavor profile featuring soy sauce, garlic, and ginger, this dish is sure to impress family and friends alike. Serve it over rice, noodles, or alongside sautéed vegetables for a balanced meal. Get ready to enjoy a delicious homemade dish that’s both quick and satisfying!
Ingredients
- 1 lb boneless, skinless chicken thighs or breasts, cut into bite-sized pieces
- 2 tbsp soy sauce
- 2 tbsp honey or brown sugar
- 2 tbsp rice vinegar (or apple cider vinegar)
- ¼ cup water
- 1 tsp fresh ginger, minced
- 1 tsp garlic, minced
- 1 tbsp cornstarch mixed with 2 tbsp water (for thickening)
- 1 tbsp vegetable oil
- Salt and pepper to taste
- Sesame seeds for garnish
- Chopped green onions for garnish
Instructions
- Prepare your ingredients by cutting chicken into bite-sized pieces.
- Heat a large skillet over medium-high heat and add vegetable oil.
- Season the chicken with salt and pepper, then cook for about 5–7 minutes until golden brown.
- Pour the teriyaki sauce over the cooked chicken and stir well.
- Reduce heat to low and simmer for 2–3 minutes to meld flavors.
- Slowly add the cornstarch slurry while stirring until the sauce thickens.
- Remove from heat and garnish with sesame seeds and chopped green onions.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Frying
- Cuisine: Japanese
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup (240g)
- Calories: 320
- Sugar: 10g
- Sodium: 610mg
- Fat: 9g
- Saturated Fat: 2g
- Unsaturated Fat: 7g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 35g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 25g
- Cholesterol: 90mg
Keywords: Marinating chicken in soy sauce and ginger for at least 30 minutes can enhance flavor. Feel free to modify sweetness by adjusting honey or brown sugar levels. This recipe can be easily adapted with other meats like turkey, beef, or lamb.