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Easy teriyaki chicken dish served on a plate with sesame seeds and green onions

Easy Teriyaki Chicken

A quick and flavorful teriyaki chicken dish that can be made in just 20 minutes using common pantry ingredients.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 10 minutes
Total Time 20 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Dinner, Main Course
Cuisine: Asian, Japanese
Calories: 390
Ingredients Method Notes

Ingredients
  

Main Ingredients
  • 1 lb Boneless chicken thighs or breasts Cut into bite-size pieces.
  • 1/2 cup Soy sauce Provides savory depth.
  • 1/4 cup Brown sugar For sweetness and caramelization.
  • 2 tbsp Rice vinegar Adds brightness to the sauce.
  • 3 cloves Garlic, minced Fresh for a sharp flavor.
  • 1 tbsp Ginger, grated Fresh or ground for warmth.
  • 1 tbsp Cornstarch To thicken the sauce.
  • 1 tbsp Sesame oil For a toasty flavor.
  • 2 tbsp Green onions, sliced For garnish.
  • 1 tbsp Sesame seeds Optional for garnish.

Method
 

Preparation
  1. Slice chicken into bite-size pieces and pat dry. Season lightly with salt and pepper.
Cooking
  1. Heat a large skillet over medium-high heat and add oil.
  2. Sear chicken until browned on both sides, about 3-4 minutes per side.
  3. In a bowl, whisk together soy sauce, brown sugar, rice vinegar, garlic, ginger, and cornstarch until smooth.
  4. Pour sauce into the pan and stir with the chicken. Bring to a gentle boil and simmer until thick and glossy, about 2-3 minutes.
Finishing Touch
  1. Remove from heat and drizzle with sesame oil. Garnish with green onions and sesame seeds before serving.

Notes

Pat chicken dry to ensure even browning. Avoid overcrowding the pan to achieve better results. Adjust the sweetness and acidity of the sauce according to your taste.