Description
Juicy, sweet-savory chicken glazed in a glossy homemade teriyaki sauce. This easy chicken teriyaki is faster than takeout and perfect for meal prep or weeknight dinners.
Ingredients
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¾ lb chicken thighs or breasts
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1 tbsp vegetable oil
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1 tbsp toasted white sesame seeds (garnish)
For the Teriyaki Sauce: -
⅓ cup low-sodium soy sauce
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⅓ cup mirin (or substitute)
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⅓ cup sugar (or honey/agave)
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1 tsp minced garlic or ginger (optional)
Instructions
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Flatten chicken to ¾-inch thickness.
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Mix soy sauce, mirin, sugar, and optional garlic/ginger. Reserve half.
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Marinate chicken in remaining half for 15 mins (or up to 24 hours).
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Cook using grill, pan-fry, or oven:
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Pan: Sear both sides, add reserved sauce in last 3–5 mins.
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Grill: Grill 4–5 mins per side, brushing with reserved sauce.
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Bake: Bake at 400°F for 20–25 mins, glaze with sauce in last 5–7 mins.
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Slice, drizzle with glaze, garnish with sesame seeds, and serve.
Notes
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Use tamari or coconut aminos for gluten-free.
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Double sauce if serving over rice or noodles.
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Don’t skip resting the chicken before slicing.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 25 minutes
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Grilled / Pan-Fried / Bake
- Cuisine: Japanese-Inspired