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Ginger Lemongrass Teriyaki Grilled Chicken

This ginger lemongrass marinated chicken is grilled to perfection and brushed with a finger licking teriyaki glaze! Eating healthy never tasted so good!

Prep Time
10 mins
Cook Time
10 mins
Total Time
22 mins
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Main Course , Condiments , Others
Cuisine: Asian , Chinese

Ingredients

  • 1 1/2 lbs . boneless skinless chicken breasts
  • fresh cilantro for garnish
  • Lime wedges for garnish
  • Fresh green onions sliced, for garnish
  • MAKE THE MARINADE:
  • 1/4 cup green onions sliced
  • 1/4 cup fresh lemongrass sliced
  • 2 Tbsp lime juice
  • 2 Tbsp vegetable oil
  • Splash of soy sauce
  • 1 Tbsp fresh ginger grated or finely minced
  • 5 cloves fresh garlic minced
  • MAKE THE TERIYAKI SAUCE:
  • 1/2 cup soy sauce
  • 1/2 cup brown sugar
  • 1/4 cup cider vinegar
  • 1 tsp garlic powder
  • 1/2 tsp ground ginger
  • 1/2 tsp salt
  • 1/4 tsp black pepper
  • 1 tsp Sriracha
  • 2 tsp cornstarch

Instructions

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  1. Add marinade ingredients to food processor or blender and pulse until a thin paste forms. To a bowl, pour marinade over trimmed chicken breasts, massage it into chicken. Cover and let sit for about 10-15 minutes.
  2. Add teriyaki sauce ingredients in a mixing bowl and whisk to combine.
  3. To a saucepan, pour in prepared teriyaki sauce and bring to a boil. Once it boils, reduce heat to a simmer and let the sauce simmer until slightly thickened. Set aside for glazing.
  4. Preheat outdoor grill or indoor grill pan over MED heat (brush with a little vegetable oil right before adding meat), and grill chicken breasts for about 6-7 minutes per side, until meat is cooked through and juices run clear.
  5. The last minute or so of cooking, brush chicken with teriyaki glaze.
  6. Set chicken aside to rest for 10 min.
  7. Brush with teriyaki glaze once more before serving.
  8. Serve garnished with sliced green onions, minced cilantro, lime wedges and/or sesame seeds.

Notes

  • ** if fresh lemongrass isn't available, you can substitute 1 tsp lemon zest