Teriyaki Chicken Recipe
Enjoy tender chicken glazed in a sweet and savory teriyaki sauce, served with a side of steamed rice and seasonal vegetables.
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Ingredients
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Main Ingredients
Method
Cooking Instructions
- 1
Prepare the Marinade
In a bowl, combine soy sauce, brown sugar, honey, minced garlic, and minced ginger. Mix well until the sugar dissolves.
- 2
Marinate the Chicken
Place the chicken breasts in a resealable plastic bag and pour the marinade over the chicken. Seal the bag and refrigerate for at least 30 minutes (up to overnight for more flavor).
- 3
- 4
Prepare the Teriyaki Sauce
While the chicken is cooking, pour the reserved marinade into a small saucepan. In a separate bowl, mix the cornstarch and water to create a slurry. Add this slurry to the saucepan and bring the mixture to a boil, stirring constantly until it thickens.
- 5
Serve
Slice the cooked chicken and drizzle the thickened teriyaki sauce over the top. Garnish with sesame oil, chopped green onions, and sesame seeds. Serve with rice or steamed vegetables.
