Easy Authentic Japanese Chicken Teriyaki Recipe

40 minutes

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4.50 from 6 votes

About Easy Authentic Japanese Chicken Teriyaki Recipe

Craving a delicious and easy-to-make Japanese dinner? This authentic Chicken Teriyaki recipe is perfect for a weeknight meal or a special occasion. The rich, savory teriyaki sauce complements the tender chicken thighs beautifully, creating a flavor explosion in every bite.
This recipe simplifies the traditional teriyaki process, making it accessible to home cooks of all levels. Get ready to impress your friends and family with this restaurant-quality dish made from scratch in your own kitchen!
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Recipe Time & More

Prep20 minutes
Cook20 minutes
Total40 minutes
Calories256 kcal
Serves2
Perfect ForLunch

Ingredients
 

Chicken

Teriyaki Sauce

Other

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Instructions
 

Prepare the Chicken

  • Cut the chicken thighs into bite-sized pieces. Season generously with ground black pepper.

Make the Teriyaki Sauce

  • In a small saucepan, whisk together soy sauce, mirin, and sugar. Bring to a simmer over medium heat, stirring constantly until the sugar dissolves.

Thicken the Sauce

  • In a small bowl, whisk together cornstarch and water until smooth. Slowly pour the cornstarch slurry into the simmering sauce, whisking continuously until the sauce thickens to your desired consistency. Remove from heat.

Cook the Chicken

  • Heat vegetable oil in a large skillet or wok over medium-high heat. Add the chicken and cook until browned and cooked through, about 5-7 minutes.

Combine and Serve

  • Pour the teriyaki sauce over the cooked chicken and toss to coat evenly. Garnish with sesame seeds (optional). Serve immediately with steamed rice or noodles.

Recipe Notes

Expert Tips for Perfect Chicken Teriyaki

  • For extra flavor, marinate the chicken in a small amount of the teriyaki sauce for at least 30 minutes before cooking.
  • Don't overcrowd the pan when cooking the chicken; work in batches if necessary to ensure even browning.
  • Adjust the amount of sugar to your liking. For a less sweet teriyaki sauce, reduce the sugar by 1-2 tablespoons.
  • If you prefer a thicker sauce, increase the amount of cornstarch in the slurry.
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Recipe Nutrition

Calories: 256kcalCarbohydrates: 24gProtein: 9gFat: 15gSaturated Fat: 2gPolyunsaturated Fat: 4gMonounsaturated Fat: 8gTrans Fat: 0.1gCholesterol: 26mgSodium: 1584mgPotassium: 116mgFiber: 0.2gSugar: 19gVitamin A: 48IUVitamin C: 1mgCalcium: 9mgIron: 1mg

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