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Chicken Teriyaki

Chicken Teriyaki

  • Author: Brian
  • Total Time: 30 minutes
  • Yield: 4 servings 1x
  • Diet: Gluten Free

Description

A quick and easy Chicken Teriyaki recipe featuring tender chicken thighs in a sweet and savory natural sauce thickened with a natural gelling agent. Perfect for weeknight dinners, this dish balances rich umami flavors with a hint of fruitiness and a nutty finish, served over rice, noodles, or vegetables.

Ingredients

Scale

Chicken

  • 4 chicken thighs, trimmed and patted dry

Sauce

  • 1/3 cup natural soy sauce
  • 2 tablespoons brown sugar
  • 2 garlic cloves, minced
  • 1 tablespoon fresh ginger, grated
  • 1/4 cup grape juice
  • 1 tablespoon vegetarian Worcestershire sauce (natural)
  • 1 teaspoon sesame oil
  • 1 teaspoon natural gelling agent

Garnish

  • 1 tablespoon toasted sesame seeds
  • 2 green onions, sliced

Instructions

  1. Prepare the Chicken: Start by trimming any excess fat from the chicken thighs and patting them dry. This helps the marinade adhere better and creates a lovely sear when cooking.
  2. Mix the Sauce: In a bowl, whisk together natural soy sauce, brown sugar, minced garlic, grated ginger, grape juice, vegetarian Worcestershire sauce (natural), sesame oil, and the natural gelling agent until smooth. The natural gelling agent will help thicken the sauce later.
  3. Marinate the Chicken: Place the chicken thighs in the sauce mixture and let them marinate for at least 15 minutes, or longer if you have time. This infuses the meat with all the delicious flavors.
  4. Cook the Chicken: Heat a non-stick pan over medium-high heat. Remove the chicken from the marinade, reserving the sauce, and sear the chicken thighs for about 4-5 minutes on each side until golden brown and cooked through.
  5. Make the Sauce: Pour the remaining marinade into the pan and simmer gently. The natural gelling agent will thicken the sauce quickly as it heats. Stir frequently to prevent burning and to coat the chicken evenly.
  6. Finish and Serve: Once the sauce has thickened to a glossy, syrupy consistency, return the chicken to the pan to coat it once more. Garnish with toasted sesame seeds and sliced green onions before serving over your choice of rice or noodles.

Notes

  • Use dark meat: Chicken thighs stay juicy and flavorful during cooking compared to breasts.
  • Marinate longer: Overnight marination will deepen the flavor significantly.
  • Don’t overcrowd the pan: Cook chicken in batches if necessary to ensure a nice sear.
  • Control sauce thickness: Add a little water if your sauce becomes too thick or concentrate over heat for thicker results.
  • Use fresh aromatics: Fresh garlic and ginger elevate the flavor beyond pre-minced or powdered versions.
  • Prep Time: 15 minutes
  • Cook Time: 15 minutes
  • Category: Main Course
  • Method: Pan-frying
  • Cuisine: Japanese-inspired

Nutrition

  • Serving Size: 1 serving
  • Calories: 350
  • Sugar: 8g
  • Sodium: 800mg
  • Fat: 18g
  • Saturated Fat: 3.5g
  • Unsaturated Fat: 12g
  • Trans Fat: 0g
  • Carbohydrates: 14g
  • Fiber: 1g
  • Protein: 30g
  • Cholesterol: 90mg

Keywords: chicken teriyaki, quick dinner, weeknight recipe, gluten free, easy teriyaki sauce, savory sweet chicken

Find it online: https://puretastekitchen.com/chicken-teriyaki/