Description
This Chicken Teriyaki recipe combines savory, sweet, and umami flavors with juicy chicken thighs coated in a rich, glossy teriyaki sauce. Perfect for a weeknight dinner or meal prep, it’s easy to make and will leave your taste buds craving more. Serve it over rice or with vegetables for a satisfying meal everyone will love.
Ingredients
1 cup soy sauce
¾ cup sugar
2 tablespoons mirin
2 teaspoons sesame oil
2 tablespoons coarsely chopped fresh ginger from a 2-inch knob
4 cloves garlic, coarsely chopped
¾ cup water, divided
3 pounds boneless skinless chicken thighs, trimmed
1 tablespoon cornstarch
3 scallions, dark green parts only, for serving
1 tablespoon sesame seeds for serving
Instructions
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Make the Teriyaki Sauce: In a saucepan, combine soy sauce, sugar, mirin, sesame oil, ginger, garlic, and ½ cup water. Simmer for 10-15 minutes until slightly thickened. Remove from heat.
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Prepare the Chicken: In a skillet, cook chicken thighs for 5-7 minutes per side until browned and cooked through.
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Thicken the Sauce: Mix cornstarch with remaining water and add to the sauce. Simmer for 2-3 minutes until the sauce thickens.
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Coat the Chicken: Pour the sauce over the chicken and toss to coat evenly.
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Serve: Slice the chicken and serve over rice, garnished with scallions and sesame seeds.
Notes
For Leaner Meat: Swap chicken thighs with boneless skinless chicken breasts, though chicken thighs are juicier.
Vegetarian Option: Use tofu or tempeh in place of chicken.
Spicy Version: Add sriracha or red pepper flakes to the sauce for heat.
Add Vegetables: Include bell peppers, broccoli, or snap peas for more flavor and nutrition.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Pan-frying, Simmering
- Cuisine: Asian, Japanese
