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teriyaki chicken recipe

Teriyaki Chicken Recipe: 5 Reasons You’ll Love It

  • Author: CakesLouna
  • Prep Time: 10 minutes
  • Cook Time: 15 minutes
  • Total Time: 25 minutes
  • Yield: 4 servings 1x
  • Category: Main Dish
  • Method: Stovetop
  • Cuisine: Japanese
  • Diet: Gluten Free

Description

A simple teriyaki chicken recipe that is quick and easy to prepare.


Ingredients

Scale
  • 1 lb chicken breast, cut into strips
  • 1/2 cup soy sauce
  • 1/4 cup brown sugar
  • 1 tablespoon sesame oil
  • 2 cloves garlic, minced
  • 1 tablespoon ginger, minced
  • 2 tablespoons cornstarch
  • 2 tablespoons water
  • Sesame seeds for garnish
  • Green onions, chopped for garnish

Instructions

  1. In a bowl, mix soy sauce, brown sugar, sesame oil, garlic, and ginger.
  2. Add chicken strips to the marinade and let it sit for 30 minutes.
  3. Heat a skillet over medium heat and add the chicken along with the marinade.
  4. Cook until the chicken is cooked through, about 7-10 minutes.
  5. In a small bowl, mix cornstarch and water to create a slurry.
  6. Add the slurry to the skillet and stir until the sauce thickens.
  7. Serve hot, garnished with sesame seeds and green onions.

Notes

  • Marinate the chicken overnight for better flavor.
  • Serve with steamed rice or vegetables.

Nutrition

  • Serving Size: 1 serving
  • Calories: 300
  • Sugar: 10g
  • Sodium: 800mg
  • Fat: 8g
  • Saturated Fat: 1g
  • Unsaturated Fat: 5g
  • Trans Fat: 0g
  • Carbohydrates: 25g
  • Fiber: 1g
  • Protein: 30g
  • Cholesterol: 70mg

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