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Teriyaki Chicken

Savory Teriyaki Chicken: Your New Family Favorite Dish

Teriyaki Chicken is a quick, crowd-pleasing dish that brings a deliciously sweet and savory flavor.
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Prep Time 30 minutes
Cook Time 12 minutes
Resting Time 5 minutes
Total Time 47 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Dinner
Cuisine: Hawaiian
Calories: 320
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Marinade
  • ½ cup Soy Sauce Low-sodium for a healthier twist
  • ¼ cup Brown Sugar Can be substituted with coconut sugar
  • ½ cup Pineapple Juice Highly recommended for tropical flair
  • 2 tablespoons Mirin Substitute with rice vinegar and a pinch of sugar if needed
  • 2 tablespoons Fresh Grated Ginger Use ground ginger in a pinch
  • 3 cloves Garlic Minced fresh garlic yields the best flavor
  • 1 teaspoon Sesame Oil Offers a nutty flavor
For the Chicken
  • 1 pound Boneless Skinless Chicken Thighs Juicy and flavorful for moisture retention
Optional for Sauce Thickening
  • 1 tablespoon Cornstarch
  • 2 tablespoons Water

Equipment

  • Medium-sized bowl
  • Grill
  • large skillet
  • small saucepan
  • Resealable plastic bag

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions for Hawaiian-Style Teriyaki Chicken
  1. In a medium-sized bowl, whisk together the marinade ingredients. Set aside a small portion for thickening later if desired.
  2. Place the chicken thighs in a resealable plastic bag. Pour the marinade over, ensuring coverage. Seal and refrigerate for at least 1 hour.
  3. Preheat your grill or skillet to medium-high heat. Oil lightly to prevent sticking.
  4. Grill the chicken thighs for 5-6 minutes on each side until cooked through and caramelized.
  5. Transfer the reserved marinade to a saucepan, simmer, and optionally thicken with cornstarch slurry.
  6. Remove the chicken, let it rest for 5 minutes, slice, and serve with rice or grilled pineapple.

Nutrition

Serving: 1servingCalories: 320kcalCarbohydrates: 30gProtein: 25gFat: 12gSaturated Fat: 2gPolyunsaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 1gCholesterol: 80mgSodium: 780mgPotassium: 450mgFiber: 1gSugar: 12gVitamin A: 250IUVitamin C: 5mgCalcium: 20mgIron: 1.5mg

Notes

Marinate for at least an hour; overnight boosts flavor and tenderness. Preheat grill or skillet for optimal sear. Let cooked chicken rest before slicing.

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