Description
Juicy and flavorful boneless, skinless chicken thighs marinated in a delicious teriyaki sauce, perfect for grilling or baking. This easy Asian-inspired recipe is sure to become a family favorite.
Ingredients
Scale
Chicken:
- 1 ½ pounds boneless skinless chicken thighs
Teriyaki Marinade:
- ½ cup low-sodium soy sauce
- ¼ cup honey
- 2 tablespoons rice vinegar
- 1 tablespoon sesame oil
- 2 tablespoons brown sugar
- 2 garlic cloves, minced
- 1 tablespoon fresh ginger, grated
Teriyaki Sauce:
- 1 tablespoon cornstarch
- 2 tablespoons water
Garnish:
- 1 tablespoon sesame seeds (optional)
- 2 green onions, sliced
- Cooking spray or oil for grilling or baking
Instructions
- Prepare Marinade: Whisk soy sauce, honey, rice vinegar, sesame oil, brown sugar, garlic, and ginger in a bowl.
- Marinate Chicken: Place chicken in a bag, pour marinade over, and refrigerate for 30 minutes to 8 hours.
- Preheat and Cook: Preheat grill or oven. Grill or bake chicken for 6–7 minutes per side until internal temperature reaches 165°F.
- Make Sauce: Boil reserved marinade, mix cornstarch with water, and thicken sauce. Simmer for 2–3 minutes.
- Serve: Drizzle chicken with teriyaki sauce, garnish with sesame seeds and green onions.
Notes
- Substitute chicken breasts for thighs, adjusting cooking time.
- For a spicier version, add sriracha or red pepper flakes to the marinade.
- Pairs well with rice, noodles, or steamed vegetables.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 chicken thigh with sauce
- Calories: 285
- Sugar: 10g
- Sodium: 720mg
- Fat: 12g
- Saturated Fat: 3g
- Unsaturated Fat: 7g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 16g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 27g
- Cholesterol: 130mg
