Teriyaki Chicken Recipe
Grilled chicken glazed with teriyaki sauce.
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Ingredients
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Chicken
Teriyaki Sauce
Garnish (optional)
Method
Prepare Chicken
- 1
Marinate the Chicken
In a bowl, mix olive oil, salt, and black pepper. Add the chicken breasts and coat well. Let it marinate for at least 30 minutes.
- 2
Preheat the Grill
While the chicken is marinating, preheat your grill to medium-high heat.
Make Teriyaki Sauce
- 3
Combine Ingredients
In a saucepan over medium heat, combine soy sauce, brown sugar, rice vinegar, sesame oil, minced garlic, and grated ginger. Stir well.
- 4
Thicken the Sauce
In a small bowl, mix cornstarch and water to create a slurry. Once the sauce begins to simmer, add the slurry to the saucepan and stir continuously until the sauce thickens. Remove from heat and set aside.
Cook Chicken
- 5
Grill the Chicken
Remove the chicken from the marinade and place it on the preheated grill. Cook for about 6-7 minutes on each side, or until the internal temperature reaches 165°F (75°C).
- 6
Glaze with Sauce
During the last few minutes of grilling, brush the chicken with the teriyaki sauce to create a glaze.
Serve
- 7
Garnish
Once cooked, remove the chicken from the grill and let it rest for a few minutes. Optionally, sprinkle with sesame seeds and sliced green onions before serving.
- 8
Plate
Slice the chicken and serve it with additional teriyaki sauce on the side.