Honey Teriyaki Chicken
Savor the irresistible flavors of Honey Teriyaki Chicken, a sweet and savory dish that's perfect for weeknight dinners or casual entertaining. Featuring tender, golden-brown chicken thighs coated in a glossy teriyaki sauce crafted from soy sauce, honey, rice vinegar, and a touch of brown sugar, this recipe strikes the perfect balance between salty and sweet. Freshly grated ginger and minced garlic add a zesty kick, while a quick cornstarch slurry ensures a silky, restaurant-quality glaze. Garnished with nutty sesame seeds and fresh scallions, this dish pairs beautifully with steamed rice or stir-fried vegetables for a mouthwatering meal that comes together in just 35 minutes. Easy to make and bursting with flavor, this Honey Teriyaki Chicken will easily become a household favorite!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 4 pieces Boneless, skinless chicken thighs
- 0.25 cup Soy sauce
- 3 tablespoons Honey
- 2 tablespoons Rice vinegar
- 2 tablespoons Brown sugar
- 1 teaspoon Sesame oil
- 2 cloves Garlic cloves, minced
- 1 teaspoon Fresh ginger, grated
- 1 tablespoon Cornstarch
- 1 tablespoon Water
- 2 tablespoons Vegetable oil
- 1 tablespoon Sesame seeds
- 2 stalks Scallions, chopped
Instructions
In a medium bowl, whisk together the soy sauce, honey, rice vinegar, brown sugar, sesame oil, minced garlic, and grated ginger to create the teriyaki sauce.
In a small bowl, mix the cornstarch and water until dissolved to form a slurry. Set aside.
Pat the chicken thighs dry with paper towels and season lightly with salt and pepper on both sides.
Heat a large skillet over medium-high heat and add the vegetable oil. Once hot, place the chicken thighs in the skillet and sear for 4-5 minutes on each side until golden brown and cooked through. Remove from the skillet and set aside.
In the same skillet, pour in the teriyaki sauce mixture. Bring the sauce to a simmer over medium heat, allowing it to reduce slightly, about 3-4 minutes.
Stir the cornstarch slurry into the simmering sauce and cook for another 2-3 minutes, whisking constantly, until the sauce thickens.
Return the seared chicken thighs to the skillet, turning them to coat evenly in the thickened teriyaki sauce. Cook for an additional 2-3 minutes, spooning the sauce over the chicken.
Garnish the chicken with sesame seeds and chopped scallions.
Serve the honey teriyaki chicken over steamed rice or alongside sautéed vegetables for a complete meal.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
1583 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 89.5 g | 115% | |
| Saturated Fat | 18.5 g | 92% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 24.8 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 500 mg | 167% | |
| Sodium | 2674 mg | 116% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 86.0 g | 31% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 2.8 g | 10% | |
| Total Sugars | 70.3 g | ||
| Protein | 112.8 g | 226% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.7 mcg | 4% | |
| Calcium | 142 mg | 11% | |
| Iron | 6.0 mg | 33% | |
| Potassium | 1380 mg | 29% | |
*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.
