Atk’s Chicken Teriyaki

May 20, 2023May 20, 20230 26

Savory Atk's Chicken Teriyaki recipe for a quick and easy meal

by The Chefin Main

Prep

10 min

Cook

20 min

Ready In

30 min

Level

Easy

Rating

Ingredients

Nutrision Information

Servings Per Recipe

Calories

390

Sugar

24g

Fat

11g

Atk's Chicken Teriyaki is a classic Japanese dish that is often served with rice and vegetables. The dish includes boneless chicken thighs that are marinated in a sweet and savory sauce made with soy sauce, sugar, garlic, ginger, and mirin. Cornstarch is added to the sauce to thicken it, and the chicken is then cooked in the sauce until it is caramelized and tender. This recipe is easy to make and can be enjoyed as a quick and delicious dinner any day of the week.

Instructions

1.	Heat a large frying pan over medium heat.
2.	Add the sugar, soy sauce, garlic, ginger, and mirin to the pan and stir well to combine.
3.	Add the chicken thighs to the pan and coat them well with the sauce.
4.	Cook the chicken thighs for 5-7 minutes on each side, or until they are cooked through.
5.	Remove the chicken from the pan and set it aside.
6.	Add the cornstarch to the remaining sauce in the pan and whisk until the sauce thickens.
7.	Return the chicken to the pan and coat it well with the thickened sauce.

PROS

This chicken teriyaki recipe is quick and easy to make, with simple ingredients that are easy to find.

The sauce is savory and sweet, and the chicken is tender and flavorful.

CONS

This recipe uses sugar, which can be a concern for those with high blood sugar or diabetes.

The recipe also uses soy sauce, which contains high levels of sodium.

It is important to enjoy this recipe in moderation as part of a balanced diet.

HEALTH & BENEFITS

Chicken is a good source of protein, which is essential for building and repairing muscle and tissue.
Ginger has anti-inflammatory properties and can help reduce muscle pain and soreness.
Garlic is good for the immune system and may help reduce the risk of heart disease and other chronic diseases.

	8 boneless chicken thighs
	1/2 cup sugar
	1/2 cup soy sauce
	1 garlic clove , grated
	1/2 teaspoon fresh ginger , grated
	2 tablespoons mirin
	1/2 teaspoon cornstarch