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Delicious easy chicken teriyaki served with rice and vegetables

Easy Chicken Teriyaki

A quick and delicious dish featuring tender chicken thighs in a sweet and savory teriyaki sauce, perfect for busy weeknights.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 16 minutes
Total Time 56 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Dinner, Main Course
Cuisine: Japanese
Calories: 420
Ingredients Method Notes

Ingredients
  

Main Ingredients
  • 2 lbs Chicken thighs, boneless skinless
  • 1.5 cups Soy sauce
  • 1 cup Brown sugar
  • 2 tbsp Green onions, chopped For garnish

Method
 

Preparation
  1. In a bowl, combine soy sauce and brown sugar. Mix until the sugar is fully dissolved.
  2. Add the chicken thighs to the marinade, ensuring they’re well-coated. Let it marinate for at least 30 minutes.
Cooking
  1. Heat a skillet over medium heat. Once hot, add the marinated chicken thighs.
  2. Cook until fully cooked through, about 6-8 minutes on each side depending on thickness.
  3. Garnish with chopped green onions before serving.

Notes

Serve over steamed rice or alongside sautéed veggies. Consider adding a splash of ginger or garlic to the marinade for extra flavor.