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teriyaki chicken

A delicious and easy-to-make teriyaki chicken recipe perfect for quick weeknight dinners.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 10 minutes
Total Time 20 minutes
Servings: 4
Cuisine: Chinese
Calories: 120
Ingredients Method Notes

Ingredients
  

Main Ingredients
  • 1.25 lbs boneless skinless chicken breasts diced into 1-inch cubes
  • 1 tablespoon olive oil
  • 0.25 cup low-sodium soy sauce
  • 0.25 cup water
  • 2 tablespoons honey
  • 1.5 tablespoons light brown sugar packed
  • 1 tablespoon rice vinegar
  • 0.25 teaspoon toasted sesame oil
  • 2 teaspoons peeled and minced fresh ginger
  • 2 teaspoons peeled and minced fresh garlic 2 cloves
  • 2 teaspoons cornstarch
  • 0.5 teaspoon sesame seeds and chopped green onions for serving optional

Method
 

Preparation Steps
  1. Heat olive oil in a 12-inch non-stick skillet over medium-high heat.
  2. Add chicken and cook for 3-4 minutes per side until browned, then cook until internal temperature reaches 160°F, about 3 minutes more.
  3. In a small bowl, whisk together soy sauce, water, honey, brown sugar, rice vinegar, sesame oil, ginger, garlic, and cornstarch.
  4. Pour the sauce over cooked chicken and cook while tossing for 30-60 seconds until thickened.
  5. Serve garnished with sesame seeds and chopped green onions if desired.

Notes

This recipe pairs well with steamed rice or stir-fried vegetables.