Jul 14 2026
RestaurantsSakura Sushi & GrillChicken Teriyaki Recipe

Chicken Teriyaki Recipe

Time45m
Serves4

Grilled chicken glazed with teriyaki sauce served with rice.

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Ingredients

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Chicken

Teriyaki Sauce

Rice

Garnish

Method

Prepare the Chicken

  1. 1

    Season the Chicken

    Sprinkle the salt and black pepper evenly over the chicken breasts on both sides.

  2. 2

    Heat the Grill

    Preheat your grill to medium-high heat. Brush the grates with olive oil to prevent sticking.

  3. 3

    Grill the Chicken

    Place the seasoned chicken breasts on the grill and cook for 6-7 minutes on each side, or until the internal temperature reaches 165°F (75°C).

Make the Teriyaki Sauce

  1. 4

    Combine Ingredients

    In a saucepan, combine soy sauce, brown sugar, honey, minced garlic, and grated ginger. Stir well.

  2. 5

    Thicken the Sauce

    In a small bowl, mix cornstarch and water until smooth. Add this mixture to the saucepan and cook over medium heat until the sauce thickens, about 5 minutes.

Cook the Rice

  1. 6

    Rinse the Rice

    Rinse the jasmine rice under cold water until the water runs clear to remove excess starch.

  2. 7

    Cook the Rice

    In a medium saucepan, bring 4 cups of water and 1 tsp of salt to a boil. Add the rinsed rice, reduce the heat to low, cover, and cook for 15 minutes or until the water is absorbed.

Serve the Dish

  1. 8

    Glaze the Chicken

    Once the chicken is cooked, brush it generously with the teriyaki sauce.

  2. 9

    Plate the Rice and Chicken

    Spoon the cooked rice onto plates and top with the glazed chicken.

  3. 10

    Garnish

    Sprinkle sesame seeds and sliced green onions over the chicken for garnish before serving.

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