Easy Chicken Teriyaki
User Reviews
5
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Prep Time
5 mins
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Cook Time
15 mins
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Total Time
20 mins
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Servings
4 servings
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Calories
403 kcal
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Course
Main Course
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Cuisine
Japanese
Easy Chicken Teriyaki
Description
Easy Chicken Teriyaki combines bite-sized boneless skinless chicken breast pieces with a rich teriyaki sauce crafted from brown sugar, cornstarch, ground ginger, crushed red pepper flakes, soy sauce, rice vinegar, and minced garlic. After searing the chicken until golden and cooked through, the sauce is simmered until thickened and coats each piece completely. This method ensures a balance of sweet, tangy, and mildly spicy flavors with a glossy finish.
The chicken pieces maintain a tender texture with a slightly caramelized surface from the pan cooking. The sauce adds moisture and a flavorful glaze, capturing the essential characteristics of teriyaki dishes without complexity.
Easy Chicken Teriyaki pairs naturally with steamed broccoli and cooked rice, allowing the sauce to complement these simple sides. Garnishes like sliced green onion or sesame seeds can add extra texture and mild flavor if desired.
Variations include substituting chicken thighs for a juicier texture, which requires slightly longer cooking times. The recipe can also be adapted for slow cooker use by layering whole chicken pieces with sauce and cooking on low or high settings without oil.
Ingredients
Teriyaki Sauce
- 1/4 cup brown sugar
- 1 tablespoon cornstarch
- 1/2 teaspoon ground ginger
- 1/4 teaspoon red pepper flakes crushed
- 1/2 cup soy sauce
- 1/4 cup rice vinegar
- 2 teaspoons garlic minced
Chicken
- 2 pounds chicken breast cut into bite-size pieces, boneless skinless
- 2 tablespoons vegetable oil
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 1/2 teaspoon black pepper
Instructions
- In a small mixing bowl, whisk together 1/4 cup brown sugar, 1 tablespoon cornstarch, 1/2 teaspoon ground ginger, and 1/4 teaspoon crushed red pepper flakes. Whisk in 1/2 cup soy sauce, 1/4 cup rice vinegar, and 2 teaspoons minced garlic until well combined. Set aside.
- Cut 2 pounds boneless skinless chicken breasts into bite-size pieces.
- Heat a large heavy skillet over medium-high heat. Add 2 tablespoons vegetable oil and heat for 30 to 60 seconds.
- Add the chicken to the sillet and season with 1/2 teaspoon salt and 1/2 teaspoon black pepper. Cook, stirring occasionally, for 8 to 10 minutes, until golden brown and the internal temperature reaches 165°F (74°C).
- Pour in the prepared teriyaki sauce and bring to a simmer. Cook for 2 to 3 minutes, stirring, until the sauce thickens and coats the chicken. Serve hot.
Notes
- Serve the chicken teriyaki with steamed broccoli and cooked rice for a balanced meal.
- You can garnish with sliced green onion or sesame seeds to add a fresh, crunchy element.
- For a substitute, use boneless skinless chicken thighs, increasing cooking time slightly.
- Slow cooker option: Use whole chicken breasts or thighs, place directly in cooker without oil, pour sauce over, and cook on low for 6 hours or high for 4 hours.
Nutrition Information
Show DetailsNutrition Facts
Serving: 4servings
Amount Per Serving
Calories 403 kcal
% Daily Value*
| Serving | 1serving | |
| Calories | 403kcal | 20% |
| Carbohydrates | 18g | 6% |
| Protein | 51g | 102% |
| Fat | 13g | 20% |
| Saturated Fat | 7g | 35% |
| Trans Fat | 1g | 50% |
| Cholesterol | 145mg | 48% |
| Sodium | 2180mg | 91% |
| Potassium | 934mg | 20% |
| Fiber | 1g | 4% |
| Sugar | 14g | 28% |
| Vitamin A | 107IU | 2% |
| Vitamin C | 3mg | 3% |
| Calcium | 34mg | 3% |
| Iron | 2mg | 11% |
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet.
User Reviews
Overall Rating
5
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