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Authentic Teriyaki Chicken

A quick and easy dish that combines sweet and savory flavors, perfect for any occasion.
Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 15 minutes
Total Time 30 minutes
Servings: 4 people
Course: Main Course
Cuisine: Japanese
Calories: 350

Ingredients
  

Main
  • 1 pound boneless skinless chicken thighs
  • 1/2 cup soy sauce
  • 1/4 cup mirin sweet rice wine
  • 3 tablespoons brown sugar
  • 2 cloves garlic minced
  • 1 teaspoon fresh ginger grated
  • 2 tablespoons cornstarch
  • 2 tablespoons water
  • 1 tablespoon sesame oil
  • 2 green onions chopped (for garnish)

Equipment

  • Large skillet or wok
  • Measuring cups and spoons
  • Whisk
  • Cutting board
  • Knife

Method
 

  1. Start by cutting the chicken thighs into bite-sized pieces.
  2. In a bowl, whisk together soy sauce, mirin, brown sugar, garlic, and ginger.
  3. Heat sesame oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat.
  4. Add the chicken pieces, cooking until browned on all sides, about 5-7 minutes.
  5. Pour the teriyaki sauce over the chicken and stir to coat evenly, bringing to a simmer.
  6. In a small bowl, mix cornstarch and water to create a slurry.
  7. Add this to the skillet to thicken the sauce, stirring constantly until desired consistency.
  8. Continue cooking for another 2-3 minutes until the chicken is cooked through.
  9. Remove from heat and transfer the teriyaki chicken to a serving dish.
  10. Garnish with chopped green onions and serve over rice or noodles.

Notes

For extra flavor, marinate the chicken in the sauce for 30 minutes before cooking.