Chicken Teriyaki
A quick and easy homemade Chicken Teriyaki recipe with a perfectly balanced sweet and savory glaze. Juicy, flavorful, and ready in just 15 minutes! 🍱👩🍳
Equipment
- Nonstick Pan or Skillet
- Mixing Bowl
- Whisk
Ingredients
For the Chicken
- 1 lb boneless, skinless chicken thighs or chicken breasts
- 1 tbsp sesame oil or vegetable oil
For the Teriyaki Sauce
- ⅓ cup soy sauce low-sodium preferred
- ⅓ cup mirin or apple juice for a halal option
- ⅓ cup honey or brown sugar
- 1 tsp grated fresh ginger
- 1 tsp minced garlic
- 1 tbsp cornstarch optional, for thickening
- 1 tbsp water if using cornstarch
For Garnish
- sesame seeds for topping
- chopped green onions for garnish
Instructions
- In a small bowl, whisk together soy sauce, mirin, honey (or brown sugar), garlic, and ginger to make the teriyaki sauce.
- Heat a nonstick pan or skillet over medium-high heat. Add sesame oil and let it heat up.
- Place the chicken thighs (or breasts) in the pan and sear for 4-5 minutes on each side until golden brown and fully cooked.
- Reduce the heat to medium-low and pour the teriyaki sauce over the chicken. Let it simmer for 3-5 minutes, flipping the chicken occasionally to coat evenly.
- If using cornstarch, mix 1 tbsp cornstarch with 1 tbsp water and stir it into the sauce to thicken.
- Remove from heat and let the chicken rest for 2 minutes. Slice and serve over steamed rice or noodles.
- Garnish with sesame seeds and chopped green onions. Enjoy your homemade Chicken Teriyaki!
Notes
For extra flavor, marinate the chicken in the teriyaki sauce for 30 minutes before cooking. Want a smoky twist? Try grilling the chicken instead of pan-searing!