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Easy Chicken Teriyaki

A quick and delicious chicken teriyaki recipe that's perfect for busy weeknights.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 15 minutes
Total Time 25 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Main Course
Cuisine: Japanese
Calories: 350
Ingredients Equipment Method Notes

Ingredients
  

Main
  • 1 lb chicken breast cut into bite-sized pieces
  • 1/4 cup soy sauce
  • 1/4 cup brown sugar
  • 2 tablespoons rice vinegar
  • 1 tablespoon sesame oil
  • 2 cloves garlic minced
  • 1 teaspoon ginger grated
  • 1 tablespoon cornstarch mixed with 2 tablespoons water
  • Sesame seeds for garnish
  • Green onions sliced, for garnish

Equipment

  • Large skillet or wok
  • Measuring cups and spoons
  • Wooden spoon or spatula
  • Cutting board
  • Knife

Method
 

  1. Start by cutting the chicken breast into bite-sized pieces.
  2. In a bowl, whisk together soy sauce, brown sugar, rice vinegar, sesame oil, garlic, and ginger.
  3. Preheat your skillet over medium-high heat.
  4. Add the chicken to the skillet and cook for about 5-7 minutes until browned and cooked through.
  5. Pour the teriyaki sauce over the cooked chicken and let it simmer for a few minutes to thicken.
  6. Stir in the cornstarch mixed with water and continue to cook for another minute.
  7. Remove from heat and garnish with sesame seeds and sliced green onions.
  8. Serve the chicken over rice or noodles.

Notes

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