This Baked Teriyaki Chicken recipe is a perfect combination of sweet and savory flavors. The tender chicken is marinated in a homemade teriyaki sauce and then baked to perfection. It is a simple and healthy dish that can be served with rice, vegetables, or salad. The teriyaki glaze adds a glossy and sticky finish to the chicken, making it absolutely irresistible. With just a few basic ingredients, you can easily recreate this classic Japanese dish at home. It is sure to become a family favorite!
Ingredients
- 4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts
- ½ cup soy sauce
- ¼ cup honey
- ¼ cup rice vinegar
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 tablespoon ginger, grated
- 1 tablespoon cornstarch
- 2 tablespoons water
- 1 tablespoon sesame seeds
- 2 green onions, chopped
Directions
- In a bowl, whisk together the soy sauce, honey, rice vinegar, garlic, and ginger to make the teriyaki sauce.
- Place the chicken breasts in a ziplock bag and pour half of the teriyaki sauce over them. Reserve the remaining sauce for later.
- Close the ziplock bag and marinate the chicken in the refrigerator for at least 30 minutes, or overnight for best results.
- Preheat the oven to 400°F (200°C).
- Remove the chicken from the marinade and place it on a baking dish or a lined baking sheet.
- Bake the chicken for 25-30 minutes, or until it reaches an internal temperature of 165°F (74°C).
- While the chicken is baking, pour the reserved teriyaki sauce into a small saucepan.
- In a separate bowl, mix the cornstarch with water to make a slurry.
- Add the slurry to the saucepan and cook over medium heat until the sauce thickens.
- Once the chicken is cooked, remove it from the oven and brush it with the thickened teriyaki sauce.
- Sprinkle sesame seeds and chopped green onions over the chicken for garnish.
- Serve the Baked Teriyaki Chicken with steamed rice and your choice of vegetables or salad.