This homemade Chicken Teriyaki recipe is perfect for a quick and flavorful weeknight meal. With a deliciously sticky and sweet teriyaki sauce, tender chicken breasts, and a side of steamed rice, this dish is sure to satisfy your taste buds. The best part is, you only need a few basic ingredients to make this mouthwatering dish in just under 30 minutes!
Ingredients
- 4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts
- 1/4 cup soy sauce
- 1/4 cup mirin
- 2 tablespoons honey
- 1 tablespoon rice vinegar
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 teaspoon ginger, grated
- 1 tablespoon cornstarch
- 2 tablespoons water
- 1 tablespoon vegetable oil
- Green onions, sliced (for garnish)
- Sesame seeds (for garnish)
- Steamed rice (for serving)
Directions
- In a small bowl, whisk together soy sauce, mirin, honey, rice vinegar, minced garlic, and grated ginger.
- Place the chicken breasts in a zip-top bag and pour the teriyaki marinade over them. Seal the bag and marinate in the refrigerator for at least 15 minutes, or up to 1 hour for more flavor.
- In a small bowl, mix cornstarch and water to make a slurry. Set aside.
- Remove the chicken breasts from the marinade, reserving the marinade for later use.
- Heat vegetable oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat. Add the chicken breasts and cook for about 4-5 minutes per side, or until cooked through.
- While the chicken is cooking, transfer the reserved marinade to a small saucepan and bring to a boil. Reduce heat and simmer for 2-3 minutes.
- Add the cornstarch slurry to the simmering sauce and stir until thickened.
- Remove the cooked chicken from the skillet and brush with the thickened teriyaki sauce on both sides.
- Garnish with sliced green onions and sesame seeds.
- Serve the chicken teriyaki over steamed rice and enjoy!
