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Grilled Teriyaki Chicken Panda Express Copycat

Grilled teriyaki chicken with garlic noodles, garnished with sesame seeds and green onions.
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Juicy grilled chicken thighs glazed in a sweet-savory teriyaki sauce—healthier, faster, and better than takeout in under 30 minutes.

Ingredients

Chicken:

 
  • 1/2 cup soy sauce
  • 1/4 cup water
  • 1 tablespoon sugar
  • 1/2 teaspoon garlic powder
  • 1/2 teaspoon white pepper
  • 1 pound boneless skinless chicken thighs
  • 1 tablespoon canola oil

Teriyaki Sauce:

  • 1/4 cup water
  • 1/4 cup sugar
  • 1/4 cup soy sauce
  • 2 1/2 tablespoons sesame oil
  • 1 tablespoon lemon juice
  • 1 tablespoon cornstarch
  • 2 teaspoons brown sugar
  • 1 teaspoon garlic powder
  • 1/2 teaspoon ginger powder
  • 1/2 teaspoon salt

 

Teriyaki chicken marinade ingredients for Panda Express style

Instructions

  • Mix marinade ingredients and coat chicken. Marinate 30–60 minutes.

  • Heat oil in cast-iron skillet. Press chicken with a second pan. Cook 3–4 mins per side until 170°F.

Chicken thighs cooking in skillet for grilled teriyaki chicken

  • In a saucepan, whisk all sauce ingredients. Simmer until thickened.

  • Slice chicken and serve with sauce.

 

Notes

Nutrition facts are estimates and may vary based on ingredients used, portion sizes, and preparation methods.

Nutrition

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