Lemon Teriyaki Chicken
Brighten up your dinner table with this zesty and savory Lemon Teriyaki Chicken recipe! Tender, juicy chicken thighs are seared to perfection and coated in a luscious homemade teriyaki sauce infused with fresh lemon juice, vibrant lemon zest, and a delightful blend of soy sauce, garlic, ginger, and honey. This quick and easy dish comes together in just 40 minutes, making it perfect for busy weeknights or a casual weekend feast. The thickened sauce clings beautifully to the chicken, creating a glossy, flavor-packed finish, while a sprinkle of sliced scallions and sesame seeds adds a pop of freshness and crunch. Serve it over fluffy steamed rice with your favorite vegetables for a satisfying, restaurant-quality meal at home that’ll keep everyone coming back for seconds!
Log this recipe in SnapCalorie
Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 1.5 lbs chicken thighs (boneless, skinless)
- 0.5 cup soy sauce
- 3 tbsp honey
- 2 tbsp fresh lemon juice
- 1 tsp zest of a lemon
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 tsp ginger, grated
- 2 tbsp brown sugar
- 1 tbsp cornstarch
- 2 tbsp water (for cornstarch slurry)
- 2 tbsp vegetable oil
- 2 stalks scallions, sliced (for garnish)
- 1 tsp sesame seeds (for garnish)
Instructions
In a medium bowl, whisk together soy sauce, honey, fresh lemon juice, lemon zest, garlic, ginger, and brown sugar until fully combined. Set aside.
In a small bowl, mix the cornstarch with 2 tablespoons of water to create a slurry. Set aside.
Heat a large skillet over medium-high heat and add the vegetable oil.
Season the chicken thighs lightly with salt and pepper (optional), then place them in the skillet in a single layer. Cook for 4-5 minutes on each side until golden brown and cooked through. Remove the chicken thighs from the skillet and set aside.
Pour the prepared soy sauce mixture into the same skillet and bring to a simmer over medium heat.
Stir the cornstarch slurry into the sauce and cook for 2-3 minutes, stirring constantly, until the sauce thickens.
Return the chicken thighs to the skillet, spooning the thickened sauce over the chicken to coat well. Cook for another 3-4 minutes to ensure the chicken absorbs the flavors.
Remove the skillet from the heat. Transfer the chicken to a serving plate and pour any remaining sauce over the top.
Garnish with sliced scallions and sesame seeds. Serve hot with steamed rice and vegetables for a complete meal.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
2055 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 103.0 g | 132% | |
| Saturated Fat | 24.4 g | 122% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 17.0 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 742 mg | 247% | |
| Sodium | 5180 mg | 225% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 91.5 g | 33% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 2.7 g | 10% | |
| Total Sugars | 71.5 g | ||
| Protein | 190.5 g | 381% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 190 mg | 15% | |
| Iron | 9.4 mg | 52% | |
| Potassium | 2271 mg | 48% | |
*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.
