Teriyaki Chicken is a classic and flavorful dish that’s both savory and slightly sweet, with a deliciously sticky sauce. Here’s a recipe you can try!
Teriyaki Chicken Recipe
Ingredients:
- 4 boneless, skinless chicken thighs (or breasts, if preferred)
- 1 tablespoon vegetable oil
- 1/4 cup soy sauce
- 1/4 cup mirin (or substitute with 1 tablespoon rice vinegar + 1 tablespoon sugar)
- 2 tablespoons sake (optional)
- 2 tablespoons honey or brown sugar
- 1 garlic clove, minced
- 1 teaspoon fresh ginger, grated
- 1 tablespoon cornstarch mixed with 2 tablespoons water (optional, for thickening)
- Sesame seeds and chopped green onions for garnish
Instructions:
- Prepare the sauce:
In a bowl, whisk together soy sauce, mirin, sake (if using), honey or brown sugar, garlic, and ginger. - Cook the chicken:
Heat the vegetable oil in a large pan over medium heat. Add the chicken thighs (or breasts) and cook for about 5-7 minutes on each side until golden brown and cooked through. Remove the chicken from the pan and set aside. - Make the sauce:
In the same pan, pour in the prepared teriyaki sauce mixture. Bring it to a simmer over medium heat, allowing it to reduce and thicken slightly, about 3-4 minutes. For a thicker sauce, stir in the cornstarch slurry and cook for another 1-2 minutes until the sauce reaches your desired consistency. - Coat the chicken:
Add the chicken back into the pan and coat it with the teriyaki sauce. Let it simmer for 1-2 minutes to soak in the flavors. - Serve:
Slice the chicken into pieces and serve it over steamed rice or alongside vegetables. Drizzle extra sauce over the top and garnish with sesame seeds and chopped green onions.
Enjoy your homemade Teriyaki Chicken!