Low Sodium Homemade Teriyaki Chicken

Savor a healthier twist on a classic favorite with this Low Sodium Homemade Teriyaki Chicken recipe! Featuring tender, bite-sized pieces of chicken breast marinated in a flavorful blend of low sodium soy sauce, honey, rice vinegar, fresh ginger, and garlic, this dish delivers all the savory-sweet richness of traditional teriyaki with significantly less salt. A quick and simple cornstarch slurry transforms the reserved marinade into a silky, thickened sauce that beautifully coats the chicken for every bite. Finished with a drizzle of fragrant sesame oil, a sprinkle of sesame seeds, and fresh green onions, this dish is perfect served over steamed rice or alongside crisp-tender stir-fried vegetables. With just 15 minutes of prep and wholesome ingredients, this recipe is a great option for a healthy, satisfying weeknight dinner.

Nutriscore Rating: 67/100

Prep Time:15 mins

Cook Time:20 mins

Total Time:35 mins

Servings: 4

Ingredients

• 1 lb Boneless, skinless chicken breast
• 0.25 cup Low sodium soy sauce
• 2 tbsp Honey
• 2 tbsp Rice vinegar
• 1 tsp Fresh ginger, minced
• 2 cloves Garlic, minced
• 1 tbsp Cornstarch
• 2 tbsp Water
• 1 tsp Sesame oil
• 1 tbsp Vegetable oil
• 2 stalks Green onions, sliced
• 1 tbsp Sesame seeds

Directions

Step 1

Cut the chicken breast into bite-sized pieces and set aside.

Step 2

In a medium bowl, whisk together the low sodium soy sauce, honey, rice vinegar, ginger, and garlic to make the marinade.

Step 3

Place the chicken pieces in a resealable plastic bag or shallow dish and pour the marinade over the chicken. Seal the bag or cover the dish and refrigerate for at least 30 minutes, or up to 2 hours for best flavor.

Step 4

Once marinated, remove the chicken from the refrigerator and drain off the excess marinade into a small saucepan.

Step 5

In a separate small bowl, mix the cornstarch with water to create a slurry. Add this slurry to the saucepan with the marinade.

Step 6

Heat the saucepan over medium heat and bring to a gentle simmer, stirring frequently until the sauce thickens, about 5-7 minutes.

Step 7

In a large skillet or wok, heat the vegetable oil over medium-high heat. Add the marinated chicken pieces, cooking until browned on all sides and cooked through, about 6-8 minutes.

Step 8

Reduce the heat to medium, then pour the thickened sauce over the chicken in the skillet. Stir to coat the chicken pieces evenly with the sauce, cooking for an additional 2-3 minutes.

Step 9

Drizzle the sesame oil over the cooked chicken and give it a final stir.

Step 10

Garnish with sliced green onions and sesame seeds before serving.

Step 11

Serve the teriyaki chicken hot over steamed rice or with stir-fried vegetables for a complete meal.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(701.6g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	1250.5

Total Fat 48.6g	0%
Saturated Fat 9.2g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 16.4g
Cholesterol 385.6mg	0%
Sodium 2653.0mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 51.0g	0%
Dietary Fiber 2.4g	0%
Total Sugars 35.6g
Protein 149.3g	0%

Vitamin D 22.7IU	0%
Calcium 110.7mg	0%
Iron 6.3mg	0%
Potassium 1549.5mg	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: 35.3%

Protein: 48.2%

Carbs: 16.5%