Description
This Easy Teriyaki Chicken recipe is quick, flavorful, and perfect for a busy weeknight meal. With tender, juicy chicken cooked in a sweet and savory teriyaki sauce, it’s a delicious dish that pairs well with rice or veggies. Made with simple ingredients, this recipe is sure to become a family favorite!
Ingredients
Units
Scale
- 1 lb boneless, skinless chicken breasts or thighs, cut into bite-sized pieces
- 1/4 cup soy sauce
- 1/4 cup water
- 2 tbsp honey
- 2 tbsp brown sugar
- 2 tbsp rice vinegar
- 1 tbsp sesame oil
- 1 tbsp cornstarch (optional, for thickening)
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 tsp fresh ginger, grated
- 1 tbsp sesame seeds (for garnish)
- Sliced green onions (for garnish)
Instructions
- In a small bowl, whisk together soy sauce, water, honey, brown sugar, rice vinegar, sesame oil, minced garlic, and grated ginger. Set aside.
- Heat a large pan over medium heat. Add the chicken pieces and cook for 5-7 minutes, turning occasionally until browned and cooked through.
- Pour the teriyaki sauce mixture over the chicken in the pan.
- Let the sauce simmer for 2-3 minutes, allowing it to thicken slightly. If you prefer a thicker sauce, mix 1 tbsp of cornstarch with 2 tbsp of water, then stir it into the sauce and simmer for another minute until thickened.
- Remove from heat and garnish with sesame seeds and sliced green onions.
- Serve the teriyaki chicken over rice or alongside steamed vegetables.
Notes
- You can substitute chicken breasts with thighs for a juicier texture.
- Add a pinch of red pepper flakes to the sauce if you like a bit of heat.
- This sauce can also be used for other proteins like beef, pork, or tofu.