Description
Teriyaki chicken is a crowd-pleasing dish that combines tender, juicy chicken with a sweet and savory marinade. This easy-to-make recipe is perfect for grilling, baking, or stir-frying, making it an adaptable choice for any meal.
Ingredients
Scale
- 4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts (about 1.5 lbs)
- 4 cloves fresh garlic, minced
- 1/2 cup brown sugar
- 1/2 cup low-sodium soy sauce
- 1/4 cup rice vinegar
- 1 tbsp sesame oil
- 2 green onions, sliced (for garnish)
- 1 tbsp sesame seeds (optional)
Instructions
- In a bowl, combine minced garlic, brown sugar, soy sauce, rice vinegar, and sesame oil to make the marinade.
- Place the chicken in a resealable bag or shallow dish and pour the marinade over it. Seal tightly and refrigerate for at least 30 minutes.
- Preheat your grill to medium-high heat. Remove chicken from marinade (reserve marinade) and grill for 6-7 minutes per side until golden brown.
- In a saucepan, simmer the reserved marinade until thickened (about 5 minutes). Brush this glaze over the chicken during the last few minutes of grilling.
- Once cooked through (internal temperature of 165°F), let the chicken rest for about 5 minutes before slicing. Garnish with green onions and sesame seeds before serving.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Grilling
- Cuisine: Asian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 piece of chicken (approximately 4 oz)
- Calories: 268
- Sugar: 14g
- Sodium: 860mg
- Fat: 8g
- Saturated Fat: 2g
- Unsaturated Fat: 5g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 19g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 29g
- Cholesterol: 85mg
Keywords: For added flavor, marinate the chicken overnight. Substitute chicken with tofu or shrimp for different protein options. Incorporate colorful vegetables like bell peppers or broccoli for a vibrant stir-fry.