Teriyaki Lemon Chicken Quick and Easy
Discover the perfect balance of sweet, tangy, and savory in this Teriyaki Lemon Chicken Quick and Easy recipe! Juicy chicken breasts are seared to golden perfection, then bathed in a zesty teriyaki glaze made with fresh lemon juice, honey, garlic, and a hint of lemon zest for a refreshing twist. This one-pan recipe is ready in just 25 minutes, making it ideal for busy weeknights while still delivering restaurant-quality flavors. Garnished with green onions and sesame seeds, this dish pairs beautifully with steamed rice or vegetables for a wholesome and satisfying meal. Quick, simple, and packed with flavor, this teriyaki lemon chicken will become your new go-to!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 2 pieces chicken breast
- 0.5 cup teriyaki sauce
- 2 tablespoons lemon juice
- 2 cloves garlic
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- 1 tablespoon honey
- 1 teaspoon lemon zest
- 2 stalks green onions
- 1 teaspoon sesame seeds
- 0.5 teaspoon salt
- 0.5 teaspoon black pepper
Instructions
Pound the chicken breasts to an even thickness using a meat mallet or rolling pin for even cooking.
Season the chicken breasts with salt and black pepper on both sides.
In a small bowl, mix together the teriyaki sauce, lemon juice, honey, lemon zest, and minced garlic until well combined.
Heat a large skillet over medium heat and add the olive oil.
Once the oil is hot, place the chicken breasts in the skillet and sear for 4-5 minutes on one side, until golden brown.
Flip the chicken breasts and pour in the teriyaki-lemon mixture. Reduce the heat to low and let the chicken simmer for another 8-10 minutes, occasionally spooning the sauce over the chicken.
Check that the chicken is fully cooked with an internal temperature of 165°F (75°C). Remove the chicken from the skillet and let it rest for 2-3 minutes.
Garnish with sliced green onions and sesame seeds before serving. Serve with steamed rice or vegetables for a complete meal.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
696 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 24.4 g | 31% | |
| Saturated Fat | 4.5 g | 22% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 3.2 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 206 mg | 69% | |
| Sodium | 4255 mg | 185% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 44.9 g | 16% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 2.1 g | 8% | |
| Total Sugars | 36.8 g | ||
| Protein | 76.6 g | 153% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 110 mg | 8% | |
| Iron | 4.5 mg | 25% | |
| Potassium | 1149 mg | 24% | |
*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.
