Teriyaki Chicken Recipe
Indulge in the irresistible flavors of homemade teriyaki chicken, featuring tender chicken breasts marinated in a sweet and savory sauce. This quick and easy recipe is perfect for weeknight dinners, delivering a delightful dish that pairs beautifully with rice or steamed vegetables. With its glossy glaze and aromatic profile, this teriyaki chicken will not only satisfy your taste buds but also impress your family and friends at any gathering.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Total Time: 25 minutes
- Yield: 4 1x
- Category: Main
- Method: Skillet
- Cuisine: Japanese
Ingredients
Scale
- 4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts (1.5 lbs)
- 4 cloves fresh garlic, minced
- 1 inch fresh ginger, sliced thinly
- ½ cup low-sodium soy sauce
- ¼ cup brown sugar
- 1 tbsp sesame oil
- 1 tbsp toasted sesame seeds (for garnish)
- 2 green onions, sliced (for garnish)
Instructions
- In a mixing bowl, whisk together soy sauce, brown sugar, minced garlic, ginger slices, and sesame oil. Add the chicken breasts and marinate for at least 30 minutes.
- Heat a skillet over medium-high heat. Add a splash of oil when hot; place marinated chicken in the skillet.
- Cook each side for about 6–7 minutes until golden brown and juices run clear.
- Pour the reserved marinade into the skillet and simmer for an additional 5 minutes until thickened.
- Serve the teriyaki chicken garnished with toasted sesame seeds and sliced green onions alongside rice or steamed vegetables.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 chicken breast (approximately 375g)
- Calories: 340
- Sugar: 10g
- Sodium: 800mg
- Fat: 9g
- Saturated Fat: 2g
- Unsaturated Fat: 6g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 25g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 40g
- Cholesterol: 90mg