Description
Indulge in the savory goodness of Easy Chicken Teriyaki with Marinade, a dish that perfectly balances flavor and convenience. This delightful recipe features tender chicken marinated in a homemade teriyaki sauce, ensuring each bite bursts with deliciousness. Whether you’re enjoying a weeknight dinner or hosting a family gathering, this versatile dish can be grilled, baked, or stir-fried to suit your cooking style. Quick to prepare and healthier than takeout, it’s bound to become a staple in your meal rotation. Serve it over rice or alongside fresh vegetables for a wholesome meal that everyone will love.
Ingredients
- ¾ lb chicken thighs (or chicken breast)
- ⅓ cup low sodium soy sauce
- ⅓ cup mirin
- ⅓ cup sugar
- 1 Tablespoon vegetable oil
- 1 teaspoon minced garlic or ginger (optional)
- 1 Tablespoon toasted white sesame seeds
Instructions
- Flatten the chicken to about ¾ inch thickness for even cooking.
- In a mixing bowl, combine soy sauce, mirin, sugar, and optional garlic or ginger until the sugar dissolves.
- Reserve half of the marinade and pour the remaining mixture over the chicken in a zipper bag or bowl.
- Seal and marinate for at least 15 minutes (or overnight for enhanced flavor).
- Cook using your preferred method: grill, bake, or stir-fry until cooked through.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Category: Dinner
- Method: Grilling/Baking/Stir-frying
- Cuisine: Asian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 piece of chicken with marinade (100g)
- Calories: 200
- Sugar: 9g
- Sodium: 450mg
- Fat: 6g
- Saturated Fat: 1g
- Unsaturated Fat: 5g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 18g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 21g
- Cholesterol: 70mg