Best Ever Teriyaki Chicken
User Reviews
5
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Prep Time
10 mins
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Cook Time
20 mins
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Total Time
30 mins
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Servings
4 people
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Calories
491 kcal
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Course
Dinner
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Cuisine
Asian, Asian-American Fusion
Best Ever Teriyaki Chicken
Description
This recipe chops chicken thighs or breasts into one-inch pieces seasoned with salt and pepper, then seared in olive oil over medium-high heat until cooked through. The teriyaki sauce is crafted by mixing soy sauce, brown sugar, apple cider vinegar, minced garlic, sesame oil, and freshly grated ginger. A cornstarch slurry is whisked in and heated to thicken the sauce to a glossy consistency.
Returning the chicken to the skillet, it is tossed to coat in the thickened teriyaki glaze, which offers a balance of mild sweetness and umami. Garnishes of sesame seeds and chopped green onions add a mild crunch and fresh aroma. The dish can be served over rice to absorb the flavorful sauce.
Ingredients
- 1.5 pounds chicken thighs or breasts
- salt
- black pepper
- 1 Tablespoon olive oil
- 1/2 cup soy sauce low sodium
- 1/4 cup brown sugar
- 1 Tablespoon apple cider vinegar
- 1 garlic minced, clove
- 1 teaspoon sesame oil
- 1/2 teaspoon ginger freshly grated
- 1/4 cup water
- 1 Tablespoon cornstarch
- sesame seeds for garnish
- green onion for garnish
Instructions
- Cut the chicken into one-inch pieces and salt and pepper. Heat olive oil in a wok or skillet over medium-high heat and add the chicken. Cook until no longer pink and remove and set aside on a plate.
- In a small bowl combine the soy sauce, brown sugar, apple cider vinegar, garlic, sesame oil, and ginger. In a separate small bowl whisk the water and cornstarch to make a slurry. Add the cornstarch to the sauce mixture and whisk.
- Add the sauce to the skillet and bring to a boil. Reduce heat and whisk until it starts to thicken.
- Add the chicken back to the skillet and toss until coated and heated through. Garnish with chopped green onions and sesame seeds. Serve over rice if desired.
Nutrition Information
Show DetailsNutrition Facts
Serving: 4people
Amount Per Serving
Calories 491 kcal
% Daily Value*
| Calories | 491kcal | 25% |
| Carbohydrates | 19g | 6% |
| Protein | 29g | 58% |
| Fat | 33g | 51% |
| Saturated Fat | 8g | 40% |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 7g | 41% |
| Monounsaturated Fat | 15g | 75% |
| Trans Fat | 1g | 50% |
| Cholesterol | 167mg | 56% |
| Sodium | 1199mg | 50% |
| Potassium | 430mg | 9% |
| Fiber | 1g | 4% |
| Sugar | 14g | 28% |
| Vitamin A | 133IU | 3% |
| Vitamin C | 1mg | 1% |
| Calcium | 33mg | 3% |
| Iron | 2mg | 11% |
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet.
User Reviews
Overall Rating
5
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