Timely Teriyaki Chicken

May 27, 2023May 27, 20230 0

Quick and easy Timely Teriyaki Chicken recipe for a delicious weeknight dinner

by The Chefin Main

Prep

10 min

Cook

20 min

Ready In

30 min

Level

Easy

Rating

Ingredients

Nutrision Information

Servings Per Recipe

Calories

364

Sugar

Fat

14g

Teriyaki chicken is a popular Japanese dish that has made its way into kitchens all over the world. The classic teriyaki sauce is made with soy sauce, sugar, and ginger, and it's a perfect pairing for chicken. This Timely Teriyaki Chicken recipe uses boneless chicken thighs or breasts, making it a quick and easy meal for a weeknight dinner. The sweet and savory teriyaki sauce gives the chicken a delicious glaze, and it's perfect served over rice or with a side of steamed veggies. This recipe can be easily customized to your liking by adding more or less of your favorite seasonings and garnishes.

Instructions

1.	Heat a tablespoon of sesame oil in a large skillet over medium heat.
2.	Add the boneless chicken thighs or breasts, and cook until browned on both sides, turning occasionally.
3.	Add the chopped scallions, soy sauce, brown sugar, and grated ginger to the skillet, and stir to combine.
4.	Reduce heat to low, and continue cooking until the chicken is fully cooked and coated in the teriyaki sauce.
5.	Remove from heat and garnish with additional chopped scallions and sesame seeds, if desired.

PROS

This Timely Teriyaki Chicken recipe is quick and easy to make, perfect for a busy weeknight dinner.

It’s also packed with flavor, thanks to the sweet and savory teriyaki sauce.

CONS

While the teriyaki sauce is delicious, it does contain quite a bit of sugar.

As with any recipe that uses a store-bought sauce, be sure to read the nutrition labels carefully to ensure it fits your dietary needs.

HEALTH & BENEFITS

This Timely Teriyaki Chicken recipe is a good source of protein, and the ginger in the recipe has been linked to reducing inflammation and boosting the immune system.
While some teriyaki sauces can be high in sodium, this recipe uses soy sauce which has less sodium and also provides some health benefits including supporting heart health.

	6 chicken thighs or 6 chicken breasts
	2 tablespoons sesame oil
	4 scallions ( chopped )
	2 tablespoons soy sauce
	1 tablespoon brown sugar
	1 tablespoon gingerroot ( grated )