Description
Enjoy a delicious and nutritious healthy teriyaki chicken, perfect for busy weeknights and full of flavor.
Ingredients
- 1 pound chicken breast, cut into bite-sized pieces
- 1/4 cup soy sauce (low sodium recommended)
- 2 tablespoons honey
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 teaspoon fresh ginger, grated
- 1 tablespoon cornstarch mixed with 2 tablespoons water
- 1 tablespoon sesame oil
- Green onions and sesame seeds for garnish
Instructions
- In a bowl, mix soy sauce, honey, garlic, and ginger. Stir well to combine.
- Add chicken pieces to the marinade. Cover and refrigerate for at least 30 minutes.
- Heat sesame oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat.
- Remove the chicken from the marinade, reserving the marinade for later use.
- Cook the chicken in the skillet for about 5-7 minutes until golden brown.
- Pour the reserved marinade into the skillet and increase the heat, bringing it to a boil.
- Stir in the cornstarch mixture, allowing the sauce to thicken.
- Cook for another minute until chicken is coated and the sauce is glossy.
- Serve hot, garnished with green onions and sesame seeds.
Notes
For a vegan option, substitute honey with maple syrup. Customize with your favorite vegetables or proteins.
