Description
This easy Teriyaki Chicken recipe features tender, juicy chicken breasts smothered in a rich, sweet, and savory homemade teriyaki sauce. Perfect for a quick weeknight dinner and better than takeout!
Ingredients
- 4 boneless skinless chicken breasts
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- 1 tablespoon sesame oil
- 1 cup low-sodium soy sauce
- 1/2 cup water
- 1/2 cup packed brown sugar
- 1/4 cup honey
- 1 tablespoon minced garlic
- 1 tablespoon minced fresh ginger
- 1 tablespoon cornstarch
- 1 tablespoon water (for slurry)
- Sesame seeds and green onions for garnish (optional)
Instructions
- Heat olive oil and sesame oil in a large skillet over medium heat.
- Add chicken breasts and cook for 5–7 minutes on each side until golden brown and cooked through. Remove from skillet and set aside.
- In the same skillet, combine soy sauce, 1/2 cup water, brown sugar, honey, garlic, and ginger. Bring to a simmer over medium heat.
- In a small bowl, mix cornstarch with 1 tablespoon water to make a slurry. Add to the skillet and stir constantly until sauce thickens, about 2–3 minutes.
- Return the cooked chicken to the skillet and coat with the teriyaki sauce. Simmer for another 2–3 minutes to heat through.
- Serve hot, garnished with sesame seeds and chopped green onions if desired.
Notes
- You can substitute chicken thighs for breasts for a juicier option.
- Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3 days.
- This dish pairs well with steamed rice or stir-fried vegetables.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: Asian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 chicken breast with sauce
- Calories: 375
- Sugar: 18g
- Sodium: 980mg
- Fat: 14g
- Saturated Fat: 3g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 26g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 36g
- Cholesterol: 95mg
