Description
Embark on a culinary adventure with this easy Chicken Teriyaki recipe that promises tender chicken coated in a glossy, sweet-savory sauce. With enticing aromas of soy sauce and ginger wafting through your kitchen, this dish is perfect for elevating your weeknight dinners into delightful feasts. Serve it over rice or noodles, and watch your friends and family savor every bite!
Ingredients
Scale
- 4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts (about 1.5 lbs)
- 2 tbsp fresh ginger, grated
- 4 garlic cloves, minced
- ½ cup low-sodium soy sauce
- ¼ cup brown sugar
- 2 tsp sesame oil
- 2 green onions, chopped (for garnish)
- 1 tbsp toasted sesame seeds (for garnish)
Instructions
- Cut the chicken breasts into bite-sized pieces to ensure even cooking.
- In a small bowl, whisk together soy sauce, brown sugar, minced garlic, and grated ginger until well combined.
- Heat sesame oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat. Add chicken pieces and sear for about 6-8 minutes until golden brown.
- Pour the sauce over the cooked chicken and stir well to coat. Allow to simmer for an additional 5 minutes until the sauce thickens.
- Remove from heat and garnish with chopped green onions and toasted sesame seeds. Serve over rice or noodles.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Stir-frying
- Cuisine: Japanese
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup (240g)
- Calories: 353
- Sugar: 10g
- Sodium: 793mg
- Fat: 10g
- Saturated Fat: 1g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 24g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 40g
- Cholesterol: 110mg
Keywords: For added flavor, marinate the chicken in the sauce for at least 30 minutes before cooking. Substitute tamari for soy sauce for a gluten-free option. Incorporate vegetables like broccoli or bell peppers during cooking to enhance nutrition.