Easy Homemade Teriyaki Chicken
Easy Homemade Teriyaki Chicken is a delightful, quick dish that brings the bold flavors of Asian cuisine right to your dinner table. Perfect for busy weeknights or special occasions, this beginner-friendly recipe features tender chicken coated in a luscious teriyaki sauce made from simple ingredients like soy sauce, honey, and ginger. In just 30 minutes, you can whip up a satisfying meal that pairs wonderfully with rice, noodles, or veggies. Whether you’re cooking for family or hosting friends, this flavorful dish is sure to impress everyone’s palate.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Total Time: 30 minutes
- Yield: Serves 4
- Category: Main
- Method: Frying
- Cuisine: Asian
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 lb boneless, skinless chicken thighs or breasts
- 2 tbsp soy sauce (low-sodium preferred)
- 2 tbsp honey or brown sugar
- 2 tbsp rice vinegar (or apple cider vinegar)
- ¼ cup water
- 1 tsp minced fresh ginger
- 1 tsp minced garlic
- 1 tbsp cornstarch (mixed with 2 tbsp water)
- Salt and pepper to taste
- Sesame seeds and chopped green onions for garnish
Instructions
- Heat a skillet over medium-high heat and add vegetable oil.
- Season chicken pieces with salt and pepper; cook for 5-7 minutes until golden brown and cooked through.
- Pour the teriyaki sauce over the chicken; stir to coat evenly and let simmer on low heat for 2-3 minutes.
- Mix cornstarch with water to form a slurry; add to the pan while stirring constantly until the sauce thickens.
- Garnish with sesame seeds and green onions before serving hot with rice or noodles.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 320
- Sugar: 12g
- Sodium: 720mg
- Fat: 10g
- Saturated Fat: 1g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 20g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 36g
- Cholesterol: 110mg