Description
Make your own grilled teriyaki chicken at home with this simple, flavor-packed recipe. Juicy chicken thighs are seared to perfection and coated in a sweet and savory teriyaki sauce—perfect for pairing with rice or veggies for a quick and satisfying meal.
Ingredients
-
1 pound boneless, skinless chicken thighs
-
Salt and black pepper, to taste
-
1 tablespoon vegetable oil
-
¼ cup brown sugar
-
¼ cup soy sauce
-
¼ cup water
-
1 teaspoon garlic powder
-
1 teaspoon ground ginger
-
1 tablespoon cornstarch
Instructions
-
Prep the Chicken:
Pat the chicken thighs dry using paper towels, then season both sides with salt and pepper. -
Cook the Chicken:
Heat a non-stick skillet over medium-high heat. Add the vegetable oil, then place the chicken in the pan. Sear until browned and cooked through, about 5–6 minutes per side. -
Make the Teriyaki Sauce:
In a small bowl, whisk together the brown sugar, soy sauce, water, garlic powder, ground ginger, and cornstarch until smooth and fully dissolved. -
Add the Sauce:
Once the chicken is browned, pour the sauce into the skillet. Stir to coat the chicken. Let the sauce simmer for 2–3 minutes, or until thickened to your liking. -
Serve:
Let the chicken rest briefly, then slice and serve over white rice. Garnish with chopped scallions or sesame seeds, if desired.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Category: Main Course
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 4
- Calories: 238 kcal
- Sugar: 14g
- Sodium: 916mg
- Fat: 8g
- Saturated Fat: 2g
- Unsaturated Fat: 3g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 17g
- Fiber: 0.3g
- Protein: 24g
- Cholesterol: 108mg