Description
Grilled Teriyaki Chicken is a mouthwatering dish that captures the essence of summer with its vibrant flavors and juicy texture. This recipe features tender chicken marinated in a homemade teriyaki sauce, expertly balancing sweet and tangy notes for an unforgettable meal. Perfect for backyard barbecues or quick weeknight dinners, this dish is easy to prepare and sure to impress your family and friends. Serve it alongside steamed rice, crisp vegetables, or a refreshing salad for a complete dining experience that’s as healthy as it is delicious.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 1/2 pounds chicken (breast, thighs, or tenderloins)
- ½ cup soy sauce
- ½ cup fruit juice (for mirin substitute)
- ¼ cup granulated sugar
- 1 tablespoon rice vinegar
- 3 cloves garlic (minced)
- 1 tablespoon fresh ginger (minced)
- 1 teaspoon sesame oil
Instructions
- In a saucepan, combine soy sauce, fruit juice, sugar, rice vinegar, garlic, ginger, and sesame oil. Bring to a boil, then lower heat and simmer for 10-15 minutes until slightly thickened. Let cool.
- Reserve ¼ cup of the teriyaki sauce. Pour the remaining sauce over chicken in a mixing bowl; coat well and marinate in the fridge for at least 2 hours.
- Preheat grill to high heat. Remove chicken from marinade and grill for about 5 minutes on each side or until fully cooked (165º F). Brush with reserved marinade during grilling.
- Serve hot with extra teriyaki sauce drizzled on top.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 10 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Grilling
- Cuisine: Asian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 piece (113g)
- Calories: 230
- Sugar: 7g
- Sodium: 950mg
- Fat: 5g
- Saturated Fat: 1g
- Unsaturated Fat: 4g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 12g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 34g
- Cholesterol: 90mg