Description
A sweet and savory Japanese-inspired dish featuring tender chicken glazed with a rich soy sauce, mirin, and sugar blend. Perfectly served over steamed rice and garnished with sesame seeds and scallions for a delightful meal.
Ingredients
Scale
- 4 boneless, skinless chicken thighs or breasts
- 1/4 cup soy sauce
- 1/4 cup mirin or sake
- 2 tablespoons brown sugar or honey
- 1 clove garlic, grated
- 1 teaspoon fresh ginger, grated
- 1 tablespoon vegetable oil
- 1 teaspoon cornstarch (optional, for thickening)
- Sesame seeds and chopped scallions for garnish
Instructions
- Prepare the Chicken: Cut the chicken into bite-sized pieces. Season with a pinch of salt and pepper. Optionally, marinate in teriyaki sauce for 30 minutes to enhance flavor.
- Make the Sauce: In a small bowl, whisk together soy sauce, mirin, and sugar until dissolved. Add garlic and ginger for added flavor.
- Cook the Chicken: Heat oil in a pan over medium heat. Add the chicken and cook until browned on all sides.
- Add the Sauce: Pour the sauce over the chicken, allowing it to simmer for 5-10 minutes until thick and glossy. Optionally, mix cornstarch with a little water and stir into the sauce to thicken.
- Serve: Plate the chicken over steamed rice and garnish with sesame seeds and scallions.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Dinner
- Cuisine: Japanese
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 4
- Calories: 350 per serving
Keywords: chicken teriyaki, Japanese teriyaki chicken, homemade teriyaki chicken, easy teriyaki chicken recipe, teriyaki chicken sauce