Chicken Teriyaki
Instructions
- 1
Cut chicken thighs into bite-sized pieces, about 1-inch cubes. Pat dry with paper towels.
- 2
In a bowl, whisk together soy sauce, mirin, sake, sugar, grated ginger, and minced garlic to make the teriyaki sauce.
- 3
Mix cornstarch and water in a small bowl to create a slurry. Set aside.
- 4
Heat vegetable oil in a large skillet or wok over medium-high heat.
- 5
Add chicken pieces in a single layer and cook without stirring for 3-4 minutes until golden brown on one side.
- 6
Flip chicken and cook for another 2-3 minutes until cooked through.
- 7
Pour teriyaki sauce over the chicken and bring to a simmer.
- 8
Add cornstarch slurry while stirring constantly. Cook for 2-3 minutes until sauce thickens and coats the chicken.
- 9
Remove from heat and sprinkle with sesame seeds and sliced green onions.
- 10
Serve immediately over steamed rice or alongside vegetables.
Chef's Note
"This foolproof teriyaki recipe delivers restaurant-quality results with simple pantry ingredients. I love serving it over steamed rice with a side of crisp vegetables โ the homemade sauce beats any bottled version and comes together in minutes!"