Dairy-Free Grilled Teriyaki Chicken

Transform your weekday dinners with this mouthwatering Dairy-Free Grilled Teriyaki Chicken recipe, a perfect blend of smoky char and bold, savory flavors. Tender chicken breasts are marinated in a robust homemade teriyaki sauce featuring soy sauce, fresh ginger, garlic, and a touch of sweetness from honey and brown sugar. The marinade is simmered into a luscious glaze, thickened to perfection, and drizzled over the grilled chicken for a sticky, irresistible finish. Garnished with vibrant green onions and nutty sesame seeds, this satisfying dish is completely dairy-free and ideal for outdoor barbecues or quick family meals. Whether paired with steamed rice or grilled vegetables, this easy-to-make recipe promises to delight your taste buds while keeping your meal both wholesome and flavorful.

Nutriscore Rating: 61/100

Prep Time:20 mins

Cook Time:30 mins

Total Time:50 mins

Servings: 4

Ingredients

• 4 pieces Chicken breasts
• 1 cup Soy sauce
• 1 cup Water
• 1 cup Brown sugar
• 3 cloves Garlic
• 1 tablespoon Fresh ginger
• 2 tablespoons Honey
• 2 tablespoons Rice vinegar
• 1 teaspoon Sesame oil
• 2 tablespoons Cornstarch
• 0.25 cup Water (for cornstarch slurry)
• 2 stalks Green onions
• 1 tablespoon Sesame seeds

Directions

Step 1

Mince the garlic cloves and grate or finely chop the fresh ginger.

Step 2

In a medium bowl, mix together the soy sauce, water, brown sugar, minced garlic, grated ginger, honey, rice vinegar, and sesame oil to create the teriyaki marinade.

Step 3

Place the chicken breasts in a large resealable plastic bag or shallow dish.

Step 4

Pour the teriyaki marinade over the chicken, ensuring they are well-coated. Seal the bag or cover the dish and refrigerate for at least 1 hour, or ideally overnight for a deeper flavor.

Step 5

Preheat your grill to medium-high heat (around 400°F to 450°F).

Step 6

While the grill is heating, prepare the cornstarch slurry by mixing the cornstarch with 0.25 cup of water in a small bowl until smooth.

Step 7

Pour the marinade into a saucepan and bring it to a simmer over medium heat.

Step 8

Add the cornstarch slurry to the marinade, stirring constantly until the sauce thickens, about 2-3 minutes. Remove from heat and set aside.

Step 9

Remove the chicken from the fridge. Allow it to sit at room temperature for about 10 minutes before grilling.

Step 10

Lightly oil the grill grates to prevent sticking.

Step 11

Place the marinated chicken breasts on the grill. Cook for about 6-7 minutes per side, or until the internal temperature reaches 165°F and the chicken is nicely charred.

Step 12

Once cooked, remove the chicken from the grill and let it rest for 5 minutes.

Step 13

While the chicken is resting, slice the green onions thinly.

Step 14

Serve the grilled teriyaki chicken hot, drizzled with the thickened teriyaki sauce, and garnished with sliced green onions and sesame seeds.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(1552.1g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	2224.2

Total Fat 44.7g	0%
Saturated Fat 9.6g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 8.3g
Cholesterol 572.0mg	0%
Sodium 9786.2mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 212.4g	0%
Dietary Fiber 4.0g	0%
Total Sugars 177.3g
Protein 239.9g	0%

Vitamin D 0IU	0%
Calcium 321.6mg	0%
Iron 10.7mg	0%
Potassium 1291.0mg	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: 18.2%

Protein: 43.4%

Carbs: 38.4%