Description
This chicken teriyaki recipe combines savory flavors and tender chicken, making it a favorite among families. It’s quick, easy, and perfect for busy weeknight dinners.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 lb chicken breast
- 1/2 cup soy sauce
- 1/4 cup brown sugar
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 tablespoon ginger, minced
- 2 tablespoons sesame oil
- 1 tablespoon cornstarch
- 1/4 cup water
- Sesame seeds for garnish
- Sliced green onions for garnish
Instructions
- Gather all the ingredients needed for the chicken teriyaki recipe.
- Cut the chicken breast into bite-sized pieces.
- In a bowl, mix together the soy sauce, brown sugar, minced garlic, and minced ginger.
- Add the chicken pieces to the marinade and let it sit for at least 30 minutes.
- In a pan, heat the sesame oil over medium heat.
- Add the marinated chicken to the pan and cook until browned and cooked through.
- In a small bowl, mix the cornstarch with water to create a slurry.
- Pour the slurry into the pan with the chicken and stir until the sauce thickens.
- Serve the chicken teriyaki over rice or noodles.
- Garnish with sesame seeds and sliced green onions before serving.
Notes
- For best results, marinate the chicken overnight in the refrigerator.
- Prep Time: 10
- Cook Time: 20
- Category: chicken
- Method: sautéing
- Cuisine: Japanese
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving (150g)
- Calories: 300
- Sugar: 5
- Sodium: 600
- Fat: 10
- Saturated Fat: 2
- Unsaturated Fat: 8
- Trans Fat: 0
- Carbohydrates: 20
- Fiber: 2
- Protein: 25
- Cholesterol: 70
Keywords: chicken, teriyaki, quick dinner, easy recipe, weeknight meal