Chicken Teriyaki

Savor the rich flavors of our irresistible Chicken Teriyaki recipe, a classic Japanese-inspired dish that's quick, easy, and packed with bold tastes. Tender, bite-sized chicken thighs are pan-seared to golden perfection and glazed in a luscious homemade teriyaki sauce made with soy sauce, mirin, sake, and a touch of sugar for the perfect sweet-savory balance. Infused with aromatic garlic and fresh ginger, this dish is topped with sliced green onions and toasted sesame seeds for added crunch and garnish. Perfectly served over fluffy white rice, this 35-minute recipe is a weeknight dinner hero that's both simple and satisfying. Whether you're a fan of Japanese cuisine or looking for a crowd-pleasing meal, this Chicken Teriyaki will become a go-to favorite.

Nutriscore Rating: 69/100

Prep Time:15 mins

Cook Time:20 mins

Total Time:35 mins

Servings: 4

Ingredients

• 1.5 pounds chicken thighs, boneless and skinless
• 0.5 cup soy sauce
• 0.25 cup mirin
• 0.25 cup sake
• 0.25 cup sugar
• 2 tablespoons vegetable oil
• 2 garlic cloves, minced
• 1 teaspoon ginger, grated
• 2 green onions, sliced
• 1 tablespoon sesame seeds, toasted
• 4 cups cooked white rice, for serving

Directions

Step 1

In a medium bowl, combine soy sauce, mirin, sake, and sugar. Stir until the sugar is completely dissolved to create the teriyaki sauce.

Step 2

Cut the chicken thighs into bite-sized pieces.

Step 3

In a large skillet over medium-high heat, add the vegetable oil. Once hot, add the minced garlic and grated ginger and sauté for about 30 seconds until fragrant.

Step 4

Add the chicken pieces to the skillet, spreading them out to ensure they don't overlap. Cook the chicken for about 3-4 minutes on each side until golden brown.

Step 5

Pour the teriyaki sauce mixture over the chicken in the skillet. Stir to combine and coat the chicken evenly.

Step 6

Lower the heat to medium and allow the sauce to simmer and thicken for about 10-15 minutes, stirring occasionally to prevent sticking and to ensure even cooking.

Step 7

Once the sauce has thickened and glazed the chicken, remove from heat.

Step 8

Serve the chicken teriyaki over bowls of cooked white rice, garnishing with sliced green onions and toasted sesame seeds.

Step 9

Enjoy your homemade chicken teriyaki!

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(1894.8g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	3322.0

Total Fat 108.1g	0%
Saturated Fat 25.3g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 17.0g
Cholesterol 850.5mg	0%
Sodium 5224.3mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 338.5g	0%
Dietary Fiber 6.4g	0%
Total Sugars 83.9g
Protein 214.2g	0%

Vitamin D 0IU	0%
Calcium 336.7mg	0%
Iron 20.0mg	0%
Potassium 2578.3mg	0%

*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.

Source of Calories

Fat: 30.6%

Protein: 26.9%

Carbs: 42.5%