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Amazing Teriyaki Chicken: 1 Sticky Glaze Recipe

Teriyaki Chicken
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This Teriyaki Chicken recipe delivers a delicious, sticky soy glaze, just like your favorite Japanese restaurant. It’s an easy and flavorful dish perfect for any weeknight meal.

Ingredients

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  • 1 lb boneless, skinless chicken thighs, cut into bite-sized pieces
  • 1/4 cup soy sauce
  • 1/4 cup mirin (Japanese sweet rice wine)
  • 2 tablespoons sake (optional)
  • 2 tablespoons sugar
  • 1 teaspoon grated fresh ginger
  • 1 clove garlic, minced
  • 1 tablespoon vegetable oil
  • 1 teaspoon cornstarch mixed with 1 tablespoon water (for thickening)
  • Sesame seeds, for garnish
  • Chopped green onions, for garnish

Instructions

  1. In a small bowl, whisk together soy sauce, mirin, sake (if using), sugar, grated ginger, and minced garlic. This is your teriyaki sauce.
  2. Pat the chicken pieces dry with paper towels.
  3. Heat the vegetable oil in a large skillet or wok over medium-high heat.
  4. Add the chicken pieces to the hot skillet and cook until browned on all sides and cooked through, about 5-7 minutes.
  5. Pour the teriyaki sauce over the chicken in the skillet.
  6. Bring the sauce to a simmer.
  7. Add the cornstarch slurry to the simmering sauce, stirring constantly until the sauce thickens and coats the chicken, about 1-2 minutes.
  8. Remove from heat.
  9. Garnish with sesame seeds and chopped green onions before serving.

Notes

  • You can substitute chicken breast for thighs, but they may cook faster.
  • Adjust the sugar to your preference for sweetness.
  • Serve with steamed rice and your favorite vegetables.

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