🍗 Easy Teriyaki Chicken
A quick homemade version with juicy chicken and a glossy, sweet-savory teriyaki sauce.
Ingredients
For the chicken
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500 g boneless chicken thighs or breasts, cut into bite-size pieces
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1 tablespoon cooking oil
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2 cloves garlic, minced
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1 teaspoon grated fresh ginger
For the sauce
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¼ cup soy sauce
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2 tablespoons honey or brown sugar
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2 tablespoons water
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1 tablespoon rice vinegar
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1 teaspoon cornstarch
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1 teaspoon sesame oil (optional)
Instructions
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Make the sauce: Whisk together soy sauce, honey, water, rice vinegar, cornstarch, and sesame oil.
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Cook the chicken: Heat oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat. Add chicken and cook for about 5–7 minutes, turning occasionally, until browned and cooked through.
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Add aromatics: Stir in garlic and ginger and cook for about 30 seconds.
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Add the sauce: Pour it into the skillet and stir. Simmer for 2–3 minutes, until the sauce thickens and coats the chicken.
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Check doneness: Chicken should reach 74°C / 165°F in the thickest piece.
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Serve: Garnish with sesame seeds and sliced green onions if desired.
🍚 Serving ideas
Serve over steamed rice with broccoli, carrots, bell peppers, or snap peas.
Tip: Chicken thighs tend to stay juicier, while chicken breast works well if you prefer a leaner option.
