This Easy Teriyaki Chicken recipe is a quick and flavorful dish that brings together tender chicken pieces with a sweet and savory homemade teriyaki sauce. Perfect for a delicious weeknight meal, this recipe requires simple ingredients and minimal preparation time. Serve it over steamed rice or noodles for a satisfying dinner that the whole family will love.

Easy Teriyaki Chicken Recipe

Ingredients:

• 2 boneless, skinless chicken breasts, cut into bite-sized pieces
• 1/2 cup soy sauce
• 1/4 cup water
• 2 tablespoons honey
• 1 tablespoon rice vinegar
• 1 clove garlic, minced
• 1 teaspoon grated ginger (optional)
• 1 tablespoon cornstarch
• 1 tablespoon water
• Sesame seeds, for garnish (optional)
• Sliced green onions, for garnish (optional)
• Cooked rice or noodles, for serving

Instructions:

1. Prepare the Sauce: In a bowl, whisk together soy sauce, water, honey, rice vinegar, garlic, and grated ginger (if using). Set aside.
2. Cook the Chicken: Heat a large skillet or wok over medium-high heat. Add a bit of oil to coat the pan. Add chicken pieces and cook until browned and cooked through, about 5-7 minutes depending on the size of the pieces.
3. Add the Sauce: Pour the prepared sauce over the cooked chicken in the skillet. Bring to a simmer.
4. Thicken the Sauce: In a small bowl, mix cornstarch with 1 tablespoon water to create a slurry. Stir the slurry into the simmering sauce and cook for another 1-2 minutes until the sauce thickens.
5. Serve: Remove from heat. Serve the Easy Teriyaki Chicken over cooked rice or noodles. Garnish with sesame seeds and sliced green onions if desired.

Enjoy your Easy Teriyaki Chicken!