Quick Chicken Teriyaki

Transform your weeknight dinner routine with this Quick Chicken Teriyaki recipe, a perfect balance of savory, sweet, and umami flavors that comes together in just 25 minutes! Featuring tender, bite-sized pieces of boneless chicken thighs coated in a glossy, homemade teriyaki sauce made from pantry staples like soy sauce, brown sugar, and honey, this dish is a speedy take on a Japanese classic. The addition of fresh garlic, ginger, and a hint of mirin elevates the flavor profile, while a quick cornstarch slurry ensures the sauce clings beautifully to every piece of chicken. Finished with optional sesame seeds and scallions for a pop of color and crunch, this dish is ideal served over steamed rice or alongside fresh vegetables for a complete, satisfying meal. Perfect for busy weeknights, this easy chicken teriyaki recipe will quickly become a family favorite!

Nutriscore Rating: 63/100

Prep Time:10 mins

Cook Time:15 mins

Total Time:25 mins

Servings: 4

Ingredients

• 500 grams Boneless, skinless chicken thighs
• 60 milliliters Soy sauce
• 2 tablespoons Brown sugar
• 2 tablespoons Mirin
• 1 tablespoon Rice vinegar
• 1 tablespoon Honey
• 2 cloves Garlic, minced
• 1 teaspoon Fresh ginger, grated
• 1 tablespoon Cornstarch
• 2 tablespoons Water
• 2 tablespoons Vegetable oil
• 1 teaspoon Sesame seeds (optional, for garnish)
• 2 tablespoons Chopped scallions (optional, for garnish)

Directions

Step 1

Cut the chicken thighs into bite-sized pieces and set aside.

Step 2

In a small bowl, whisk together the soy sauce, brown sugar, mirin, rice vinegar, honey, garlic, and ginger to make the teriyaki sauce.

Step 3

In another small bowl, mix the cornstarch and water until smooth to create a slurry. Set aside.

Step 4

Heat the vegetable oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat.

Step 5

Add the chicken pieces to the skillet and cook for 4-5 minutes on each side, or until they are golden brown and fully cooked through.

Step 6

Lower the heat to medium, then pour the prepared teriyaki sauce over the chicken, stirring to coat evenly.

Step 7

Bring the sauce to a simmer and slowly stir in the cornstarch slurry. Cook for another 2-3 minutes, or until the sauce thickens and coats the chicken.

Step 8

Remove the skillet from the heat and transfer the chicken to a serving dish.

Step 9

Garnish with sesame seeds and chopped scallions if desired. Serve immediately with steamed rice or vegetables.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	737.7 grams (737.7g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	1580

Total Fat 82.90g	106%
Saturated Fat 19.00g	95%
Polyunsaturated Fat 16.90g
Cholesterol 625mg	208%
Sodium 2790mg	121%
Total Carbohydrate 65.70g	24%
Dietary Fiber 1.40g	5%
Total Sugars 51.30g
Protein 137.20g	274%

Vitamin D 35IU	175%
Calcium 149mg	11%
Iron 6mg	36%
Potassium 1545mg	33%

*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: 47.9%

Protein: 35.2%

Carbs: 16.9%