Description
Grilled Teriyaki Chicken is a delicious and flavorful dish that combines tender chicken with a sweet and savory teriyaki sauce, perfect for any barbecue or family dinner.
Ingredients
Scale
- 4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts
- 1/2 cup soy sauce
- 1/4 cup brown sugar
- 1/4 cup honey
- 2 tablespoons rice vinegar
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 teaspoon grated ginger
- 1 tablespoon sesame oil
- Sesame seeds for garnish
- Chopped green onions for garnish
Instructions
- In a bowl, whisk together soy sauce, brown sugar, honey, rice vinegar, garlic, ginger, and sesame oil to create the marinade.
- Place the chicken breasts in a resealable plastic bag and pour the marinade over them. Seal the bag and refrigerate for at least 1 hour, or overnight for best results.
- Preheat the grill to medium-high heat.
- Remove the chicken from the marinade and discard the marinade.
- Grill the chicken for 6-7 minutes on each side, or until fully cooked and internal temperature reaches 165°F (75°C).
- Remove from the grill and let rest for a few minutes.
- Garnish with sesame seeds and chopped green onions before serving.
Notes
- For a spicier version, add red pepper flakes to the marinade.
- Serve with steamed rice and vegetables for a complete meal.
- Leftover chicken can be stored in the refrigerator for up to 3 days.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Grilling
- Cuisine: Japanese
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 chicken breast
- Calories: 250
- Sugar: 10g
- Sodium: 800mg
- Fat: 5g
- Saturated Fat: 1g
- Unsaturated Fat: 4g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 20g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 30g
- Cholesterol: 90mg
Keywords: Grilled Teriyaki Chicken, Chicken Recipe, Teriyaki Sauce, Grilled Chicken