Homemade Teriyaki Chicken

Transform your weeknight dinners with this irresistible Homemade Teriyaki Chicken! Featuring tender, juicy chicken thighs perfectly seared and smothered in a rich, glossy teriyaki sauce made from a harmonious blend of soy sauce, mirin, sake, and fresh aromatics like ginger and garlic, this recipe brings authentic Japanese flavors right to your kitchen. With just 15 minutes of prep time, this dish is both quick and satisfying, ideal for busy evenings or an impressive weekend treat. Garnished with toasted sesame seeds and vibrant green onions, this teriyaki chicken is best served over steamed rice or your favorite vegetables, making it a complete and wholesome meal. Perfectly balanced between sweet and savory, this easy homemade recipe is sure to become a family favorite!

Nutriscore Rating: 61/100

Prep Time:15 mins

Cook Time:25 mins

Total Time:40 mins

Servings: 4

Ingredients

• 4 pieces chicken thighs
• 0.5 cup soy sauce
• 0.25 cup mirin
• 0.25 cup sake
• 2 tablespoons granulated sugar
• 1 inch piece fresh ginger
• 2 garlic cloves
• 1 tablespoon vegetable oil
• 1 tablespoon sesame seeds
• 2 green onions
• 1 tablespoon cornstarch
• 2 tablespoons water

Directions

Step 1

Begin by preparing the marinade. In a medium-sized bowl, combine the soy sauce, mirin, sake, and granulated sugar. Stir until the sugar is fully dissolved.

Step 2

Peel and finely grate the ginger, and mince the garlic cloves. Add them to the marinade mixture.

Step 3

Place the chicken thighs into a sealable plastic bag or shallow dish. Pour the marinade over the chicken, ensuring each piece is well coated. Seal the bag or cover the dish and refrigerate for at least 30 minutes to 2 hours for best results.

Step 4

Once marinated, remove the chicken from the refrigerator and allow it to come to room temperature for about 10 minutes.

Step 5

Heat the vegetable oil in a large skillet over medium heat. Remove the chicken from the marinade, reserving the marinade for the sauce.

Step 6

Place the chicken in the skillet, skin side down if using skin-on thighs, and sear for about 5-7 minutes on each side, or until the chicken is cooked through and nicely browned.

Step 7

While the chicken is cooking, strain the reserved marinade into a small saucepan to remove solids. Bring it to a simmer over low heat.

Step 8

In a small bowl, mix the cornstarch with water to create a slurry. Stir this into the simmering marinade, cooking until the sauce thickens, about 1-2 minutes.

Step 9

Once the chicken is cooked, pour the thickened teriyaki sauce over the chicken thighs in the skillet. Toss the chicken in the sauce to coat evenly and let it simmer for an additional 2-3 minutes.

Step 10

Toast the sesame seeds in a separate dry pan over medium heat until golden brown, stirring often to prevent burning.

Step 11

Slice the green onions thinly.

Step 12

To serve, place the chicken on a serving plate, drizzle with remaining sauce from the pan, garnish with toasted sesame seeds and sliced green onions.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	978.4 grams (978.4g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	1881

Total Fat 84.60g	108%
Saturated Fat 21.90g	110%
Polyunsaturated Fat 10.60g
Cholesterol 564mg	188%
Sodium 5117mg	222%
Total Carbohydrate 81.30g	30%
Dietary Fiber 3.10g	11%
Total Sugars 58.60g
Protein 170.70g	341%

Vitamin D 42IU	210%
Calcium 148mg	11%
Iron 8mg	46%
Potassium 2122mg	45%

*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.

Source of Calories

Fat: 43.0%

Protein: 38.6%

Carbs: 18.4%