Delicious caramelized Teriyaki Chicken is so tender and mouthwateringly satisfying that every bite is a comforting and filling reward. Easy to prep and even easier to plate, this recipe cuts right through the waste and gets to the center of where taste meets satisfaction. Savory and filling, this authentic styled dish is perfect on any occasion. Teriyaki Chicken is a staple at local restaurants but once you have tried this recipe the natural flavors will stand on their own as the best selection for the lowest price. This is very good when served fresh and can be as fancy in the presentation as you want. This also keeps wonderfully refrigerated and makes for a very easy reheat and enjoy time saver for a busy week.
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Trim off fat from the chicken thighs. Place the chicken, soy sauce, mirin, sake and the sugar in a ziplock bag or an airtight container. Shake and mix everything together. Marinate for at least 1 hour or overnight (preferably).
Heat the pan up to medium and add oil. Wait for 2 minutes. Remove chickens (reserve marinate sauce for glaze) from the bag/container and place in the hot pan.
Sear for 2-3 minutes per-side.
Add the marinade/sauce to the pan. Add 2 tbsp water, garlic, ginger and mix everything together. Cook for 6-8 minutes.
Once, the glaze has nearly evaporated, add another 2 tbsp of water to the pan and cook for another 4-5 minutes. Flip the chicken frequently to coat both sides with the glaze. Remove from heat source.
Serve chicken with rice.
Drizzle extra teriyaki sauce on top of the chicken. Enjoy!
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Teriyaki Chicken
Smooth Teriyaki Chicken that is tender and delicious.
Ingredients
Marinate
- 4 chicken thighs boneless & skinless
- 2 tbsp sake
- 2 tbsp mirin
- 2 tbsp soy sauce
- 2 tbsp granulated sugar
Cook
- 2 tbsp cooking oil
- 1 tsp grated garlic
- 1 tsp grated ginger
- 4 tbsp (divided) water
Instructions
Marinate
- Trim off fat from the chicken thighs. Place the chicken, soy sauce, mirin, sake and the sugar in a ziplock bag or an airtight container. Shake and mix everything together. Marinate for at least 1 hour or overnight (preferably).
Cook
- Heat the pan up to medium and add oil. Wait for 2 minutes.
- Remove chickens (reserve marinate sauce for glaze) from the bag/container and place in the hot pan. Sear for 2-3 minutes per-side.
- Add the marinade/sauce to the pan. Add 2 tbsp water, garlic, ginger and mix everything together. Cook for 6-8 minutes. Once, the glaze has nearly evaporated, add another 2 tbsp of water to the pan and cook for another 4-5 minutes. Flip the chicken frequently to coat both sides with the glaze. Remove from heat source.
- Optional: Extra Teriyaki SauceIn a sauce pan: add 2 tbsp sake, 2 tbsp mirin, 2 tbsp soy sauce, 1 tbsp granulated sugar, 2 tbsp water and whisk everything together. Cook on medium heat for 3-5 minutes or until the sauce thickens. Set aside until ready to use.
Serve chicken with rice, vegetables or salad. Drizzle extra teriyaki sauce on top of the chicken. Enjoy!
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