Description
This Easy Chicken Teriyaki with Marinade is a delightful dish that brings the taste of Asian cuisine right to your kitchen. Featuring juicy chicken marinated in a savory-sweet glaze, it’s not just quick to prepare but also incredibly versatile. Whether grilled, baked, or stir-fried, this recipe allows you to enjoy tender chicken infused with rich flavors in under 30 minutes. Perfect for busy weeknights or meal prep, this dish will quickly become a family favorite.
Ingredients
Scale
- ¾ lb chicken thighs or breasts
- 1 Tablespoon vegetable oil
- 1 Tablespoon toasted white sesame seeds
- ⅓ cup low sodium soy sauce
- ⅓ cup fruit juice or vinegar (as mirin substitute)
- ⅓ cup sugar (adjustable)
- 1 teaspoon minced garlic or ginger (optional)
Instructions
- Flatten the chicken to about ¾ inch thick for even cooking and place it in a zipper bag or large bowl.
- In a mixing bowl, combine low sodium soy sauce, fruit juice or vinegar, sugar, vegetable oil, and optional minced garlic or ginger. Stir until the sugar dissolves and reserve half for later.
- Pour the remaining marinade over the chicken in the bag/bowl, seal tightly, and marinate in the refrigerator for at least 15 minutes.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Grilling/Baking/Stir-frying
- Cuisine: Asian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 piece of chicken (85g)
- Calories: 190
- Sugar: 8g
- Sodium: 400mg
- Fat: 7g
- Saturated Fat: 1g
- Unsaturated Fat: 5g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 14g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 22g
- Cholesterol: 75mg
Keywords: For deeper flavor, marinate the chicken for up to overnight. Adjust sweetness by varying sugar levels or adding citrus juice. This marinade works beautifully with other proteins like turkey, beef, or lamb for variety. Enjoy your cooking experience!