Easy and Delicious: Make This Chicken Teriyaki Your New Favorite!
Are you looking for an easy and delicious meal that will become a staple in your home? If so, look no further than this Chicken Teriyaki recipe. It’s an easy dish that packs a flavorful punch, making it a hit with everyone at the dinner table. My family loves it, and I’m excited to share it with you!
What is Teriyaki?
Teriyaki is a traditional Japanese cooking technique. It involves broiling or grilling food with a glaze made from mirin, soy sauce, and sugar. Notably, “teriyaki” combines two words. “Teri” refers to the shine or luster created by the sugar in the glaze. “Yaki” means to cook over direct heat or a grill. This technique infuses food with a sweet and savory flavor while giving it a beautiful, glossy finish. Chicken teriyaki is one of the most popular dishes cooked using this method, and for a good reason. The chicken absorbs the glaze, becoming tender, juicy, and incredibly flavorful.
Why This Recipe Will Be a Hit in Your Home
This Chicken Teriyaki recipe will definitely impress your family and friends. The sweet and savory glaze, combined with the tender, juicy chicken, creates a delightful flavor experience. The best part? It’s incredibly easy to make, requiring only a handful of ingredients and minimal prep time. Whether you’re a seasoned cook or a beginner, this recipe is perfect for any night of the week. Give it a try, and it might just become a favorite in your home, as it is in mine!
Try these other dishes to pair with your Teriyaki Chicken
Hiyayakko - Japanese Cold Tofu
Niratama - Egg & Chinese chives
Spicy Accordion Cucumber Salad
Teriyaki Chicken
Ingredients
- 1 Boneless Chicken Thigh with skin
- pinch salt
- pinch Pepper
- 1 tablespoon Potato Starch
- 1 tablespoon Sugar
- 1½ tablespoon Soy Sauce
- 1 tablespoon Mirin
- 1½ tablespoon Sake
Instructions
- Cut chicken to make an even thickness.
- Poke skin with a fork.
- Cover both sides with pinches of salt and pepper.
- Place 1 tablespoon of potato starch into a plastic bag and add chicken.
- Shake the bag to coat chicken in starch.
- Place the chicken skin side down in a pan with no oil on medium heat.
- When skin is golden brown, flip the chicken.
- Cover and cook on low heat for 5 minutes.
- While the chicken is cooking, combine 1.5 tablespoon of soy sauce, 1 tablespoon of sugar, 1 tablespoon of mirin, and 1.5 tablespoon of sake.
- Remove excess oil in pan with a paper towel.
- Add sauce mixture into the pan.
- Cook on medium heat for 2 minutes.
- Take chicken off heat and cut into strips.
- Serve.
