Delicious Teriyaki chicken

Teriyaki chicken is a Japanese dish made with fresh chicken thighs, mushrooms, green peppers, and a special teriyaki sauce. It's known for its tender and flavorful taste, vibrant color, and is enjoyed by people of all ages. There are various improved methods of preparation available. Due to its delicious taste and simple preparation, it is highly favored by young people.

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POSTED:07/03/2024
Level:Medium
Yield:1-2 servings
Total:30 min
(includes chilling time)
Active:5 min

The sauce shines brightly like the sun, hence its name "teriyaki" . This classic Japanese dish is a regular on our dining table at home, cherished not only for its sweet flavor but also because the teriyaki sauce makes the chicken shine and brightens the mood. Below, I'll introduce you to some tips and details about teriyaki chicken:

1.About Teriyaki chicken

Teriyaki chicken is a delicious Japanese dish known for its tender chicken coated in a sweet and savory teriyaki sauce, boasting an enticing color and texture. The key to making teriyaki chicken lies in both the preparation of the teriyaki sauce and the cooking method of the chicken. 

Teriyaki sauce is typically made by mixing mirin, soy sauce, sake, and white sugar in specific proportions. This sauce not only enhances the flavor of the chicken but also creates a glossy finish on its surface.

2.How to make teriyaki chicken sauce?

①Heat a small saucepan over low heat. Add 1 tablespoon of cornstarch, 1 tablespoon of cold water, 100 grams of fine white sugar, 100 milliliters of soy sauce, 4 tablespoons of distilled apple cider vinegar, 1 crushed garlic clove, 1/2 teaspoon of minced ginger, and 1/4 teaspoon of white pepper powder. Stir occasionally until the sauce thickens and starts to bubble.

②Mix 1 tablespoon of light soy sauce, 1 tablespoon of dark soy sauce, 1 tablespoon of cooking wine, 1 tablespoon of oyster sauce, 1 tablespoon of honey, and 2 tablespoons of water until well combined.

There are other methods to make teriyaki sauce, such as simmering ingredients like mirin, mentsuyu (a Japanese soy-based sauce), soy sauce, and sugar. The specific recipe and method chosen can be adjusted based on personal taste and preference.

3.What kind of meat is used for teriyaki chicken?

Teriyaki chicken is typically made using chicken thigh meat. Chicken thighs are favored for their full flavor and tender texture, making them ideal for the teriyaki cooking method. During the preparation of teriyaki chicken, the thighs are marinated and cooked, allowing them to absorb the flavors of the teriyaki sauce, resulting in a dish that is juicy and flavorful, with a lingering taste.

4.What tools do you need for teriyaki chicken?

The oven is one of the main tools used to make roasted chicken, typically choosing an electric oven with high power, ease of use, and precise temperature control. Roasting chicken in the oven results in a crispy and delicious texture. However, if you don't have an oven at home, you can still use a rice cooker or a regular frying pan to cook it. The taste may not necessarily be worse than using an oven; the key factor lies in the seasoning and preparation.

5.How to store teriyaki chicken?

①Vacuum sealing: Teriyaki chicken can be vacuum-sealed using a small vacuum packaging machine and stored in the refrigerator to extend its freshness.

②Freezing method of storage: Place the teriyaki chicken in the freezer compartment of the refrigerator. Before consuming, it should be thawed in advance to prevent rapid thawing that could lead to excessive moisture loss, affecting the flavor of the chicken.

Teriyaki chicken can be considered one of the highly popular Japanese dishes, known for its sweet soy sauce flavor that pairs perfectly with rice. Today, let's introduce the authentic way of making it.

INGREDIENTS

MAIN INGREDIENTS

  • 2 chicken thighs

SEASONINGS

  • 1 tablespoon honey
  • 1 tablespoon oyster sauce
  • 1/2 cup water
  • 1 tablespoon salt
  • 3 tablespoons cooking wine
  • 1 tablespoon soy sauce
  • 1 gram black pepper powder
  • 1 tablespoon dark soy sauce
  • 1 tablespoon cooking oil

DIRECTIONS

STEP 1

Wash two chicken thighs thoroughly.

Instruction to wash two chicken thighs thoroughly.

STEP 2

Remove the bones from the chicken thighs.

Tip:

Removing the bones from the chicken thighs before cooking allows for better absorption of seasonings and sauce, while also reducing fat content and maintaining the meat's tenderness and juiciness.

Tip for better flavor: Remove chicken thigh bones before cooking.

STEP 3

For boneless chicken thighs, add 1 tablespoon of salt, 1 tablespoon of cooking wine, a small amount of black pepper, and 1 tablespoon of cooking oil. Mix well and marinate for ten minutes.

Marinate boneless chicken thighs with salt, cooking wine, black pepper, and cooking oil for ten minutes.

STEP 4

Start making the teriyaki sauce by mixing 1 tablespoon of honey, 2 tablespoons of cooking wine, 1 tablespoon of soy sauce, 1 tablespoon of dark soy sauce, and 1 tablespoon of oyster sauce. Stir to combine, as this sauce forms the essence of the dish.

Recipe for homemade teriyaki sauce: honey, cooking wine, soy sauce, dark soy sauce, oyster sauce, mix.

STEP 5

Add oil to a frying pan. Place the marinated chicken thighs into the frying pan and cook over medium-low heat, slowly frying them.

Fry marinated chicken thighs in oil in a pan over medium-low heat.

STEP 6

Flip the chicken thighs and continue frying until both sides are golden brown.

Fry chicken thighs until golden brown on both sides.

STEP 7

Drizzle with the teriyaki sauce, add a little water, cover and simmer on low heat for 10 minutes to taste.

Drizzle with teriyaki sauce, add water, cover, simmer on low heat for 10 minutes.

STEP 8

10 minutes later out of the pot, the soup, do not collect dry, leave some soup mixed with rice is really unbeatable delicious.

Tip:

In order to nutritional collocation, you can add appropriate vegetables and carrots for collocation and decoration.

Tip to enhance flavor: Leave some soup mixed with rice for unbeatable taste, add vegetables for nutritional balance.

Recipe analyzer

  • Recipes: Delicious Teriyaki chicken
  • Main Ingredients:1
  • Servings per recipe:1
  • Servings size:386 g
Nutritional Summary of Recipe
Amount per 386 g= 1 serving(s)
  • Energy (calories):853 kcal
    39%
  • Protein:63.77 g
    117%
  • Fat:64.11 g Why gray?
    132%
  • Carbohydrates:0.97 g
    0%
Calorie breakdown
  • Protein: 32%
    272 kcal
  • Fat: 68%
    578 kcal
  • Carbohydrates: 0%
    4 kcal
The chart shows the percentage of calories intake (energy) coming from the respective macronutrients (fats, protein and carbohydrates).
Omega 6 : Omega 3
1:1
20:1
19:1
Both fatty acids are essential, but nowadays the majority of western diets include excessive amounts of Omega 6 acid.

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11 REVIEWS

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TasteTemptationsHubDecember 16, 2024

The dish is delicious and the chicken is incredibly tender. The combination of ingredients is spot on!
SpiceSizzleDecember 03, 2024

How do I prevent the chicken from sticking to the pan?
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December 06, 2024
Ensure the pan is properly heated and lightly oiled before adding the chicken. You can also use a non-stick pan.
SpiceSavorNovember 19, 2024

What can I use if I don’t have cooking wine?
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November 21, 2024
You can use white wine, dry sherry, or even a splash of white vinegar as a substitute.
AliceNovember 08, 2024

How do I get a crispy outer skin on teriyaki chicken?
reply:
November 10, 2024
You can use high heat in the last few minutes of frying, it will make the outer skin more crispy, but be careful not to fry it.
LucasOctober 24, 2024

What is the best pan to use when frying chicken?
reply:
October 27, 2024
You can use a non-stick pan for better control of the heat and less sticking to the pan, so that the chicken can be fried more evenly.
CharlesOctober 10, 2024

How long is the best time to marinate the chicken?
reply:
October 12, 2024
Usually marinate for 30 minutes to 1 hour, so that the chicken can fully absorb the flavour of the seasoning.
SpiceSizzleSeptember 28, 2024

Love how the teriyaki sauce caramelizes on the chicken. This recipe is a hit with my family!
SavorySensationShowcaseSeptember 14, 2024

The chicken thighs turned out perfectly juicy and flavorful. The homemade teriyaki sauce is fantastic!
EpicureanEuphoriaSeptember 12, 2024

Can I use chicken breasts instead of thighs?
reply:
September 12, 2024
Yes, chicken breasts can be used, but thighs are preferred for their juiciness and flavor. Adjust cooking time as breasts cook faster.
PatriciaJuly 24, 2024

This tutorial made it easy for me to make tender, flavorful and delicious teriyaki chicken at home with authentic taste that my family raved about!
PeterJuly 09, 2024

It's great. It's easy and delicious.
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