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teriyaki chicken

A quick and easy teriyaki chicken recipe with a savory glaze, 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 pounds 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 teaspoons cornstarch
  • 0.5 tablespoons sesame seeds for serving
  • 2 green onions chopped 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 until browned on the bottom about 3-4 minutes, then flip and cook until the internal temperature reaches 160°F, about 3 minutes longer.
  3. While chicken is cooking, whisk together soy sauce, water, honey, brown sugar, rice vinegar, sesame oil, ginger, garlic, and cornstarch in a small bowl.
  4. Pour the sauce over the cooked chicken and toss to coat. Cook for an additional 30-60 seconds until the sauce has thickened.
  5. Serve warm, garnished with chopped green onions and sesame seeds.

Notes

Best enjoyed with steamed rice and vegetables.