Chicken Teriyaki
Chicken Teriyaki is a delicious and flavorful Japanese dish where tender chicken is coated with a savory-sweet soy glaze. This easy recipe brings authentic teriyaki flavors to your kitchen, perfect for a quick meal or a special dinner.
Ingredients
- 500 g boneless chicken thighs skin-on optional
- 1/4 cup soy sauce low-sodium preferred
- 1/4 cup mirin sweet rice wine
- 1/4 cup sake
- 2 tbsp sugar
- 2 cloves garlic minced
- 1 tsp ginger grated
- 1 tbsp cornstarch optional, for thickening
- 1 tbsp water to dissolve cornstarch
Instructions
- Prepare the Sauce:
- In a small bowl, mix soy sauce, mirin, sake, sugar, garlic, and ginger. Whisk until sugar is fully dissolved.
- Marinate the Chicken:
- Place the chicken thighs in a shallow dish and pour half of the sauce over them. Cover and let it marinate for 15 minutes.
- Cook the Chicken:
- Heat a non-stick skillet over medium heat. Add the marinated chicken thighs, skin-side down (if applicable). Sear for 3-4 minutes until golden brown.
- Flip and Simmer:
- Flip the chicken thighs, reduce the heat to low, and pour the remaining sauce into the skillet. Cover and let it cook for 8-10 minutes, flipping occasionally.
- Thicken the Sauce (Optional):
- If you prefer a thicker sauce, dissolve cornstarch in water and stir it into the skillet. Let it simmer for 2-3 minutes until the sauce thickens.
- Slice and Serve:
- Remove the chicken from the skillet, slice into strips, and serve over steamed rice. Drizzle the sauce on top.
Notes
Nutrition Information (Per Serving)
- Calories: 320
- Protein: 28 g
- Carbohydrates: 14 g
- Fat: 15 g
- Cholesterol: 105 mg
- Sodium: 800 mg