Teriyaki Chicken Recipe
Grilled chicken glazed with teriyaki sauce, served with rice.
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Ingredients
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Chicken
Teriyaki Sauce
Rice
Garnish
Method
Preparation of Chicken
- 1
Prepare Chicken
Pat the chicken breasts dry with paper towels. Brush both sides with olive oil and season with salt and black pepper.
Teriyaki Sauce
- 2
Make Teriyaki Sauce
In a saucepan, combine soy sauce, brown sugar, honey, rice vinegar, minced garlic, and grated ginger. Bring to a simmer over medium heat, stirring occasionally until the sugar dissolves.
- 3
Thicken Sauce
In a small bowl, mix cornstarch and water until smooth. Add this mixture to the saucepan and cook for an additional 2-3 minutes, stirring until the sauce thickens. Remove from heat.
Cooking
- 4
Grill Chicken
Preheat the grill to medium-high heat. Place the seasoned chicken breasts on the grill and cook for about 6-7 minutes on each side, or until the internal temperature reaches 165°F (75°C).
- 5
Glaze Chicken
During the last few minutes of grilling, brush the chicken with the prepared teriyaki sauce to glaze it. Reserve some sauce for serving.
Cooking Rice
- 6
Cook Rice
In a pot, bring 4 cups of water to a boil. Add 2 cups of white rice and a pinch of salt. Reduce heat to low, cover, and cook for 18-20 minutes or until the rice is tender and the water is absorbed.
Serving
- 7
Plate the Dish
Serve the grilled teriyaki chicken over a bed of rice. Drizzle with any reserved teriyaki sauce. Garnish with sesame seeds and sliced green onions.
