Skillet Teriyaki Chicken Thigh Recipe

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Skillet Teriyaki Chicken Thigh Recipe

Skillet Teriyaki Chicken Thighs are marinated in a mix of light brown sugar, soy sauce, rice wine vinegar, garlic, and black pepper to develop a well-balanced savory and sweet glaze. The chicken is marinated to absorb the flavors, then cooked covered to retain moisture, followed by an uncovered finish to caramelize the sauce and thicken it into a glaze coating the chicken. The boneless skinless thighs yield tender, juicy meat with a sticky teriyaki finish that can be served as a main dish alongside rice or vegetables.

Description

The Skillet Teriyaki Chicken Thigh recipe uses a marinade made from brown sugar, soy sauce, rice wine vinegar, minced garlic, and black pepper to infuse the chicken with classic teriyaki flavors. After marinating for at least 30 minutes, the chicken is pan-cooked covered over medium heat to ensure even cooking and juiciness. Removing the cover near the end allows the sauce to reduce and form a thick, glossy glaze that clings to the chicken. This method highlights the tender texture of boneless, skinless chicken thighs and balances sweetness with a mild tang from the vinegar. The glaze is pushed and flipped so the chicken pieces are evenly coated, enhancing the flavor in each bite. This dish works well served with steamed rice or stir-fried vegetables for a complete meal.

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Ingredients

Servings
  • 2 Tablespoons light brown sugar packed
  • 2 Tablespoons soy sauce
  • 1 teaspoon rice wine vinegar (red wine vinegar also works)
  • 1 garlic minced, clove
  • 1/8 teaspoon black pepper ground
  • 20 oz. chicken thigh boneless, skinless

Instructions

  1. In a small bowl, add the brown sugar, soy sauce, vinegar, garlic, and pepper. Whisk to combine.
  2. Place the chicken in a large sealable plastic food storage bag. Pour the sauce into the bag with the chicken. Seal the bag. Gently massage and roll the chicken around in the bag to get it evenly coated in sauce.
  3. Place the bag on a plate in the refrigerator for a minimum of 30 minutes or up to two hours to marinate.
  4. Use tongs to transfer the chicken from the bag to a large nonstick skillet. Discard the remaining marinade.
  5. Cover the skillet and place it over medium heat. Cook for eight minutes.
  6. Remove the cover. Flip the chicken over. Cook for an additional five minutes, until it reaches an internal temperature of 165˚ Farhenheit.
  7. The excess teriyaki sauce will form a thick glaze in the bottom of the skillet. Push the chicken around in the pan so that it gets evenly coated in the glaze, flipping the chicken over as necessary.

Nutrition Information

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Serving 1/4th of the recipe Calories 198kcal (10%) Carbohydrates 7g (2%) Protein 28g (56%) Fat 6g (9%) Saturated Fat 1g (5%) Trans Fat 1g (50%) Cholesterol 135mg (45%) Sodium 631mg (26%) Potassium 378mg (8%) Fiber 1g (4%) Sugar 6g (12%) Vitamin A 34IU (1%) Vitamin C 1mg (1%) Calcium 21mg (2%) Iron 1mg (6%)

Nutrition Facts

Serving: 4servings

Amount Per Serving

Calories 198 kcal

% Daily Value*

Serving 1/4th of the recipe
Calories 198kcal 10%
Carbohydrates 7g 2%
Protein 28g 56%
Fat 6g 9%
Saturated Fat 1g 5%
Trans Fat 1g 50%
Cholesterol 135mg 45%
Sodium 631mg 26%
Potassium 378mg 8%
Fiber 1g 4%
Sugar 6g 12%
Vitamin A 34IU 1%
Vitamin C 1mg 1%
Calcium 21mg 2%
Iron 1mg 6%

* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet.

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