This Homemade Teriyaki Chicken recipe is a perfect blend of savory and sweet flavors that will satisfy your taste buds. With a simple homemade teriyaki sauce, tender chicken, and a side of steamed rice, this dish is sure to become a family favorite.
Ingredients
- 1 lb boneless, skinless chicken breasts, cut into bite-sized pieces
- 1/2 cup soy sauce
- 1/4 cup brown sugar
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 tsp ginger, grated
- 1/4 cup water
- 2 tbsp cornstarch
- 2 tbsp vegetable oil
- Sesame seeds and green onions for garnish
- Cooked white rice for serving
Directions
- In a small saucepan, combine soy sauce, brown sugar, garlic, ginger, and water. Bring to a simmer over medium heat.
- In a separate bowl, mix cornstarch with a little water to form a slurry. Slowly add the slurry to the saucepan, stirring constantly until the sauce thickens.
- Heat vegetable oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat. Add chicken pieces and cook until browned on all sides.
- Pour the teriyaki sauce over the chicken in the skillet. Cook, stirring occasionally, until the chicken is cooked through and the sauce coats the chicken evenly.
- Serve the Homemade Teriyaki Chicken over cooked white rice, garnished with sesame seeds and chopped green onions.
Interesting Facts
Teriyaki sauce is a classic Japanese sauce made from soy sauce, sugar, and other ingredients.
Teriyaki means 'glossy grilled' in Japanese, referring to the shiny glaze on the food.
Homemade teriyaki sauce is easy to make and tastes fresher than store-bought versions.