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teriyaki chicken

A quick and delicious homemade teriyaki chicken, perfect for weeknights.
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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
  • 1 Tbsp olive oil
  • 0.25 cup low-sodium soy sauce
  • 0.25 cup water
  • 2 Tbsp honey
  • 1.5 Tbsp light brown sugar
  • 1 Tbsp rice vinegar
  • 0.25 tsp toasted sesame oil
  • 2 tsp peeled and minced fresh ginger
  • 2 tsp peeled and minced fresh garlic
  • 2 tsp cornstarch
  • optional sesame seeds and chopped green onions for serving

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 and cooked through.
  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 chicken, cook for 30-60 seconds until thickened, and toss to coat.
  5. Serve hot garnished with green onions and sesame seeds if desired.

Notes

Enjoy your homemade teriyaki chicken with rice or vegetables for a complete meal.