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Becky Hardin
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This quick and Easy Teriyaki Chicken Breast Recipe features a homemade teriyaki sauce that’s so much better than a store-bought bottle! Ready in just 15 minutes, this stove top chicken recipe is perfect for those crazy busy weeknights.
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What’s in this teriyaki chicken recipe?
Take a quick look at a few of the ingredients you need to make this homemade teriyaki sauce! And if you’re loving this recipe, be sure to check out Instant Pot Teriyaki Chicken too.
- Soy Sauce: Feel free to use low sodium soy sauce, coconut aminos or tamari instead if preferred.
- Cornstarch: This is what makes the sauce have that thick and shiny quality to it.
- Fresh Ginger: Try to only use fresh ginger for the very best flavor! In a pinch though, dried ground ginger will also work. You’ll need about 1/2 tsp.
Can I use chicken thighs instead?
Absolutely! I just recommend using boneless, skinless thighs so they’re easy to slice and cook just like breasts.
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How to Store and Reheat
If you’ve got leftovers, store the teriyaki chicken and rice in separate containers in the fridge for up to 4 days. This will make sure your rice doesn’t get soggy over time from the sauce.
How to Freeze
Place the chicken into a freezer-safe container and store for up to 3 months. Remember that it’s always best to freeze food once it’s fully cooled to room temperature. When you’re ready to eat, let it thaw in the fridge overnight and reheat the next day.
Serving Suggestions
Serve teriyaki chicken with rice and steamed broccoli for a meal that’s way better than take out! If you want to have the full take out experience right at home, you can always make some egg drop soup and egg rolls as well.
Notes from the Test Kitchen
Use a spoon to peel the ginger – it works great!
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4.20 from 10 votes
Easy Chicken Teriyaki Recipe
This quick and easy chicken teriyaki recipe is ready in 15 minutes–that's faster than takeout!
Prep: 5 minutes minutes
Cook: 10 minutes minutes
Total Time: 15 minutes minutes
Servings: 4 people
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Ingredients
- 2 chicken breast cooked and cubed
- 1 tablespoon olive oil or sesame oil
- ¼ cup soy sauce
- ¼ cup water
- 2 tablespoons packed brown sugar
- 3 tablespoons honey
- 1 tablespoon rice vinegar
- ¼ teaspoon sesame oil
- 3 cloves garlic minced
- 3 teaspoon peeled & minced fresh ginger
- 2 teaspoon cornstarch
- sesame seeds and chopped green onions optional, for serving
Instructions
Add olive oil to a large skillet over medium high heat.
1 tablespoon olive oil
Add chicken to the skillet and cook until fully warmed through, about 7-9 minutes.
2 chicken breast
In a small bowl, make the sauce: whisk together soy sauce, water, brown sugar, honey, vinegar, sesame oil, garlic, ginger, and cornstarch.
¼ cup soy sauce, ¼ cup water, 2 tablespoons packed brown sugar, 3 tablespoons honey, 1 tablespoon rice vinegar, ¼ teaspoon sesame oil, 3 cloves garlic, 3 teaspoon peeled & minced fresh ginger, 2 teaspoon cornstarch
Pour sauce into the skillet with the cooked chicken, and stir to combine. Simmer for 2-3 minutes, until thickened.
Recommended: Serve over white rice, garnished with sesame seeds and green onions.
sesame seeds and chopped green onions
Notes
- If you’d like to add some spice to your sauce, add a couple pinches of red pepper flakes.
Storage: Store chicken teriyaki in an airtight container in the refrigerator for 3 days, or freeze for 3 months.
Nutrition Facts
Easy Chicken Teriyaki Recipe
Amount Per Serving
Calories 251Calories from Fat 63
% Daily Value*
Fat 7g11%
Saturated Fat 1g6%
Cholesterol 72mg24%
Sodium 945mg41%
Potassium 458mg13%
Carbohydrates 22g7%
Fiber 1g4%
Sugar 19g21%
Protein 26g52%
Vitamin A 34IU1%
Vitamin C 2mg2%
Calcium 18mg2%
Iron 1mg6%
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2000 calorie diet.
Author: Becky Hardin
Course:Main Course
Cuisine:asian
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How to Make Teriyaki Chicken Breast Step by Step
Cook the chicken:Add 1 tbsp olive oil (or sesame oil) to a skillet over medium-high heat. Add 2 diced chicken breasts to the skillet and cook for about 7-9 minutes or until cooked through.
Make the teriyaki sauce: Whisk together 1/4 cup soy sauce, 1/4 cup water, 2 tbsp brown sugar, 3 tbsp honey, 1 tbsp rice vinegar, 1/4 tsp sesame oil, 3 cloves minced garlic, 3 tsp peeled and minced fresh ginger and 2 tsp cornstarch.
Add the sauce to the chicken: Pour the teriyaki sauce into the skillet with the chicken. Simmer until thickened, about 2-3 minutes.
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