Light Teriyaki Chicken
Get ready to savor the irresistible flavors of Light Teriyaki Chicken—a healthier take on a favorite classic! This quick and easy recipe features tender, juicy pieces of chicken coated in a rich, savory-sweet teriyaki sauce made with low-sodium soy sauce, honey, and rice vinegar, then brightened with fresh garlic and ginger. Perfectly thickened with a touch of cornstarch, the sauce clings beautifully to the chicken, delivering deliciously satisfying bites in every forkful. Ready in just 30 minutes with minimal prep, this dish is perfect for busy weeknights yet special enough for casual entertaining. Serve it over fluffy rice, hearty noodles, or alongside steamed vegetables for a wholesome, customizable meal. Don’t forget the finishing touches of chopped green onions and sesame seeds for garnish—they add a pop of flavor and texture to this guilt-free delight!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 4 pieces (about 1.5 pounds) Boneless, skinless chicken breasts
- 0.25 cup Low-sodium soy sauce
- 2 tablespoons Honey
- 1.5 tablespoons Rice vinegar
- 2 cloves Garlic, minced
- 1 teaspoon Ginger, grated
- 1.5 teaspoons Cornstarch
- 2 tablespoons Water
- 1 teaspoon Sesame oil
- 2 pieces Green onions, chopped
- 1 tablespoon Sesame seeds (optional, for garnish)
Instructions
Slice the chicken breasts into thin, bite-sized strips or cubes and set aside.
In a small bowl, whisk together the soy sauce, honey, rice vinegar, minced garlic, and grated ginger to create the teriyaki sauce.
In another small bowl, mix the cornstarch with water until smooth. Set aside.
Heat a large nonstick skillet over medium heat and add the sesame oil.
Add the chicken to the skillet and cook for 6-8 minutes, stirring occasionally, until the chicken is golden and cooked through.
Pour the prepared teriyaki sauce over the chicken. Let it simmer for 2-3 minutes.
Stir in the cornstarch mixture and cook for another 2-3 minutes, or until the sauce thickens to your desired consistency.
Remove the skillet from the heat and garnish the chicken with chopped green onions and sesame seeds if using.
Serve the light teriyaki chicken over rice, noodles, or with steamed vegetables for a complete meal.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
4866 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 116.5 g | 149% | |
| Saturated Fat | 29.8 g | 149% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 5.8 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 2312 mg | 771% | |
| Sodium | 4007 mg | 174% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 48.8 g | 18% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 2.1 g | 8% | |
| Total Sugars | 35.3 g | ||
| Protein | 853.9 g | 1708% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.7 mcg | 3% | |
| Calcium | 424 mg | 33% | |
| Iron | 28.6 mg | 159% | |
| Potassium | 7137 mg | 152% | |
*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.
