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Easy 30-minute Teriyaki Chicken Thighs from Scratch Recipe
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5 from 3 votes

Easy Chicken Teriyaki from Scratch

Sweet and savory Chicken Teriyaki made from scratch with juicy chicken thighs.
Prep Time5 minutes
Cook Time25 minutes
Total Time30 minutes
Course: dinner, lunch, Main Course
Cuisine: Japanese
Keyword: 30-minute meal, chicken, easy recipe, kid-friendly

Ingredients

  • 2⅓ lbs Chicken thighs skinless, boneless
  • ¼ cup Soy sauce
  • ¼ cup Mirin
  • 2 tsp Ginger grated
  • 1 Tbsp Sugar
  • 1 Tbsp Garlic powder
  • 2 Tbsp Scallions chopped (optional)
  • 1 tsp Sesame seeds (optional)

Instructions

  • Cut the chicken thighs into bite-sized pieces, about 1-inch cubes.
  • Place the cut chicken pieces into a pan over medium heat. To the pan, add soy sauce, mirin, grated ginger, sugar, and garlic powder.
  • Cook the chicken for 25 minutes while stirring occasionally. The initially watery sauce will reduce and thicken. Cook until the Teriyaki sauce is bubbly and sticky and the chicken is well-done.
  • Garnish the Chicken Teriyaki with chopped scallions and a sprinkle of sesame seeds to add color and flavor. Serve with a side of rice and vegetables.