Teriyaki Chicken for Two

Savor the perfect weeknight dinner with this irresistible Teriyaki Chicken for Two, a quick and flavorful recipe designed for busy days or romantic dinners at home. Tender, juicy boneless chicken thighs are seared to golden perfection and then simmered in a luscious homemade teriyaki sauce made with soy sauce, mirin, honey, and aromatic garlic and ginger. The sauce thickens beautifully with a cornstarch slurry, coating every bite with a glossy, sweet-savory glaze that pairs perfectly with steamed rice or crisp vegetables. Garnished with nutty sesame seeds and vibrant green onions, this easy 25-minute dish transforms simple ingredients into a restaurant-quality meal. Perfect for two, it’s a satisfying and light option for an intimate dinner, without the hassle of takeout.

Nutriscore Rating: 56/100

Prep Time:10 mins

Cook Time:15 mins

Total Time:25 mins

Servings: 2

Ingredients

• 2 pieces boneless skinless chicken thighs
• 3 tablespoons soy sauce
• 2 tablespoons mirin (sweet rice wine)
• 1.5 tablespoons honey
• 1 tablespoon brown sugar
• 2 cloves garlic, minced
• 1 teaspoon ginger, grated
• 1 teaspoon cornstarch
• 2 tablespoons water
• 1 tablespoon vegetable oil
• 1 teaspoon sesame seeds
• 1 stalk green onion, sliced (optional for garnish)

Directions

Step 1

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

Step 2

In a separate small dish, mix the cornstarch with the water to create a slurry. Set aside.

Step 3

Pat the chicken thighs dry with paper towels and season lightly with salt and pepper.

Step 4

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

Step 5

Place the chicken thighs in the skillet, smooth side down, and sear for 3-4 minutes, or until golden brown. Flip the chicken and cook for another 3-4 minutes.

Step 6

Reduce the heat to medium-low and pour the teriyaki sauce into the skillet, ensuring the chicken is coated completely.

Step 7

Cover the skillet with a lid and let the chicken simmer for 5 minutes, turning occasionally to coat evenly in the sauce.

Step 8

Remove the lid and stir in the cornstarch slurry. Continue simmering for an additional 2-3 minutes, or until the sauce thickens to your liking.

Step 9

Remove the skillet from heat and let the chicken rest for 2 minutes to absorb the flavors.

Step 10

Slice the chicken, drizzle with extra sauce from the skillet, and sprinkle with sesame seeds and sliced green onion for garnish.

Step 11

Serve warm with steamed white rice or vegetables of your choice.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	294.4 grams (294.4g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	500

Total Fat 21.40g	27%
Saturated Fat 4.00g	20%
Polyunsaturated Fat 9.20g
Cholesterol 88mg	29%
Sodium 1829mg	80%
Total Carbohydrate 57.20g	21%
Dietary Fiber 1.10g	4%
Total Sugars 48.50g
Protein 21.60g	43%

Vitamin D 0IU	0%
Calcium 55mg	4%
Iron 2mg	12%
Potassium 461mg	10%

*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: 37.9%

Protein: 17.0%

Carbs: 45.1%