Description
Irresistible Teriyaki Chicken is a flavorful, easy-to-make dish that combines tender chicken with a sweet and savory teriyaki glaze. Perfect for weeknight dinners or special occasions, this recipe delivers a delightful experience that will leave your family and friends asking for seconds. With minimal prep time and customizable ingredients, you can create a visually stunning meal that brings everyone to the table!
Ingredients
Scale
- 4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts (about 1.5 lbs)
- 4 cloves fresh garlic, minced
- 2 tablespoons fresh ginger, grated
- 1/2 cup low-sodium soy sauce
- 1/4 cup light brown sugar
- 2 tablespoons sesame oil
- 2 teaspoons cornstarch mixed with 2 tablespoons water
- Sesame seeds (optional, for garnish)
- Chopped green onions (optional, for garnish)
Instructions
- Gather all ingredients and chop garlic and ginger. Cut chicken into bite-sized pieces.
- In a bowl, whisk together soy sauce, brown sugar, minced garlic, grated ginger, sesame oil, and cornstarch mixture until smooth.
- Marinate chicken in half of the teriyaki sauce for at least 30 minutes.
- Heat oil in a skillet over medium-high heat and cook marinated chicken until golden brown (5-7 minutes).
- Add remaining sauce to the skillet and simmer until thickened. Garnish with sesame seeds and green onions before serving.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Frying
- Cuisine: Asian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 320
- Sugar: 10g
- Sodium: 680mg
- Fat: 10g
- Saturated Fat: 1.5g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 25g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 30g
- Cholesterol: 85mg
Keywords: For enhanced flavor, marinate chicken overnight. Substitute tamari for gluten-free options or add pineapple chunks for sweetness.