Chicken Teriyaki 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
Prepare the Chicken
- 1
Season the Chicken
Sprinkle the salt and black pepper evenly over the chicken breasts on both sides.
- 2
- 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
- 4
Combine Ingredients
In a saucepan, combine soy sauce, brown sugar, honey, minced garlic, and grated ginger. Stir well.
- 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
- 6
Rinse the Rice
Rinse the jasmine rice under cold water until the water runs clear to remove excess starch.
- 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
- 8
Glaze the Chicken
Once the chicken is cooked, brush it generously with the teriyaki sauce.
- 9
Plate the Rice and Chicken
Spoon the cooked rice onto plates and top with the glazed chicken.
- 10
Garnish
Sprinkle sesame seeds and sliced green onions over the chicken for garnish before serving.