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Simple Chicken Teriyaki

This dish features thin-sliced chicken cooked quickly in a sweet and savory soy-based teriyaki sauce. The chicken is browned and glazed to a sticky, glossy finish, served alongside steamed rice for a satisfying, tender final texture.
Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 15 minutes
Total Time 25 minutes
Servings: 4
Course: Main Course
Cuisine: Japanese
Calories: 350

Ingredients
  

  • 1 lb pound chicken breast or thigh, thinly sliced preferably sliced thin for quick cooking
  • 0.5 cup soy sauce regular or low sodium
  • 2 tablespoons honey or sugar for sweetness and glaze
  • 2 cloves garlic minced
  • 1 teaspoon sesame oil optional for added flavor
  • 1 tablespoon cornstarch to thicken sauce
  • 1 cup white rice for serving
  • 2 cups water for rice cooking

Equipment

  • Skillet or frying pan
  • Ladle or spoon
  • Measuring spoons
  • Cutting board
  • Knife
  • Steamer or pot with steaming basket

Method
 

  1. Measure out soy sauce, honey, minced garlic, and sesame oil. Combine them in a small bowl to create the teriyaki sauce mixture.
    1 lb pound chicken breast or thigh, thinly sliced
  2. Heat a skillet over medium-high heat. Add a small amount of oil if desired. Once hot, add the thinly sliced chicken in an even layer.
    1 lb pound chicken breast or thigh, thinly sliced
  3. Cook the chicken until it begins to brown around the edges and is cooked through, about 3-4 minutes, flipping as needed. Remove from skillet and set aside.
    1 lb pound chicken breast or thigh, thinly sliced
  4. In the same skillet, pour in the prepared sauce mixture. Bring to a gentle simmer while stirring, allowing the flavors to meld.
    1 lb pound chicken breast or thigh, thinly sliced
  5. In a small bowl, mix the cornstarch with a tablespoon of water to make a slurry. Once the sauce is bubbling and slightly thickened, pour in the slurry and stir continuously until the sauce becomes glossy and sticky, about 1-2 minutes.
    1 lb pound chicken breast or thigh, thinly sliced
  6. Return the cooked chicken to the skillet, tossing to coat evenly with the sauce. Continue cooking for another minute until chicken is heated through and coated with a thick glaze.
    1 lb pound chicken breast or thigh, thinly sliced
  7. Meanwhile, cook the white rice in water following package instructions until fluffy and tender. Steam or boil until the rice is ready to serve.
    1 lb pound chicken breast or thigh, thinly sliced
  8. Serve the glazed chicken over steamed rice, garnished with additional sesame seeds or sliced green onions if desired. Enjoy immediately while hot and sticky.
    1 lb pound chicken breast or thigh, thinly sliced