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teriyaki chicken

This flavorful teriyaki chicken is quick and easy to make, perfect for weeknights. Juicy chicken pieces are coated in a rich, savory sauce made with soy, honey, and ginger, then served over steamed rice.
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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
  • 1 tablespoon olive oil
  • 0.25 cup low-sodium soy sauce
  • 0.25 cup water
  • 2 tablespoons honey
  • 1.5 tablespoons packed light brown sugar
  • 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
  • optional Sesame seeds and chopped green onions for serving

Method
 

Preparation Steps
  1. Heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat.
  2. Add diced chicken breasts and cook until browned on all sides, about 3-4 minutes per batch. Remove and set aside.
  3. In a small bowl, whisk together soy sauce, water, honey, brown sugar, rice vinegar, sesame oil, ginger, garlic, and cornstarch.
  4. Return chicken to the skillet, pour in the sauce mixture, and cook until the sauce has thickened and chicken is cooked through, about 2-3 minutes.
  5. Serve hot over steamed rice, garnished with sesame seeds and chopped green onions if desired.

Notes

This dish is best enjoyed with fluffy rice and steamed vegetables for a complete meal.