Description
Irresistible Teriyaki Chicken is a delightful fusion of sweet and savory flavors, perfect for family dinners or casual gatherings. This easy-to-make dish features juicy chicken coated in a rich teriyaki glaze, garnished with sesame seeds and sliced green onions. Serve it over rice or noodles for an unforgettable meal that will impress guests and loved ones alike. Get ready to savor every bite of this culinary hug!
Ingredients
Scale
- 4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts (about 1.5 lbs)
- 4 cloves fresh garlic, minced
- 1-inch piece fresh ginger, minced
- 1/2 cup low-sodium soy sauce
- 1/4 cup brown sugar
- 1 tbsp sesame oil
- 3 green onions, thinly sliced (for garnish)
- 2 tbsp toasted sesame seeds (for garnish)
Instructions
- Prep the Chicken: Trim excess fat from chicken breasts, rinse under cold water, and pat dry.
- Create the Marinade: In a bowl, whisk together soy sauce, brown sugar, garlic, ginger, and sesame oil until sugar dissolves.
- Marinate the Chicken: Place chicken breasts in a resealable bag or shallow dish; pour marinade over them. Let marinate for at least 30 minutes (overnight is best).
- Sear the Chicken: Heat oil in a skillet over medium-high heat. Add marinated chicken and cook until golden brown—about 5-7 minutes per side.
- Add the Sauce: Pour reserved marinade into the skillet after cooking; simmer for about 5 minutes until thickened.
- Garnish & Serve: Remove from heat and garnish with green onions and sesame seeds. Serve hot over rice or noodles.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Searing
- Cuisine: Asian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 chicken breast (170g)
- Calories: 280
- Sugar: 8g
- Sodium: 800mg
- Fat: 9g
- Saturated Fat: 2g
- Unsaturated Fat: 6g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 15g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 34g
- Cholesterol: 90mg