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A plate of savory teriyaki chicken garnished with sesame seeds and green onions

Proven way to grow 5 star Teriyaki Chicken

This recipe provides a proven method to create delicious 5-star Teriyaki Chicken that is sure to impress.
Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 25 minutes
Total Time 40 minutes
Course Breakfast
Servings 4 people
Calories 450 kcal

Equipment

  • Large skillet or wok
  • Mixing bowls
  • Whisk

Ingredients
  

Main

  • 1.5 lbs chicken thighs boneless, skinless
  • 0.5 cup soy sauce
  • 0.25 cup mirin
  • 0.25 cup sake
  • 2 tbsp sugar
  • 1 tbsp ginger grated
  • 1 tbsp garlic minced
  • 1 tbsp cornstarch
  • 2 tbsp water

Garnish

  • sesame seeds for garnish
  • green onions sliced, for garnish

Instructions
 

Preparation

  • Cut chicken thighs into 1-inch pieces and set aside.
  • In a bowl, whisk together soy sauce, mirin, sake, sugar, grated ginger, and minced garlic to create the teriyaki sauce.
  • In a small separate bowl, dissolve cornstarch in water to make a slurry.

Cooking

  • Heat a large skillet or wok over medium-high heat.
  • Add chicken pieces and cook until browned on all sides, about 5-7 minutes.
  • Pour the teriyaki sauce over the chicken and bring to a simmer.
  • Reduce heat to medium-low and let it simmer for 10-15 minutes, or until the chicken is cooked through and the sauce has slightly thickened.

Finishing

  • Stir in the cornstarch slurry and cook for another 1-2 minutes, until the sauce reaches desired thickness.
  • Remove from heat and serve hot, garnished with sesame seeds and sliced green onions.

Notes

For extra flavor, marinate the chicken in half of the teriyaki sauce for at least 30 minutes before cooking. Serve with steamed rice and your favorite vegetables for a complete meal.