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Teriyaki Chicken Marinade

Teriyaki Chicken Marinade

Indulge in the delicious Teriyaki Chicken Marinade, combining savory soy sauce and sweet brown sugar for a delightful chicken dish.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 14 minutes
Marinating Time 30 minutes
Total Time 54 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: DINNER RECIPES
Cuisine: Japanese
Calories: 300
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Chicken
  • 4 pieces boneless, skinless chicken breasts The star of the dish, these will soak in all the delicious flavors of the marinade.
For the Marinade
  • 4 cloves fresh garlic, minced Fresh garlic adds a punch of aroma and taste to elevate the marinade.
  • ½ cup low-sodium soy sauce This key ingredient gives the marinade its signature savory depth.
  • ¼ cup brown sugar The sweetness balances the saltiness of the soy sauce.
  • 2 tablespoon mirin or rice vinegar Adds sweetness and acidity.
  • 1 teaspoon sesame oil Gives it that authentic Asian touch.

Equipment

  • medium-sized bowl
  • whisk
  • resealable plastic bag
  • Grill or Skillet

Method
 

How to Make Teriyaki Chicken Marinade
  1. Start by mincing the garlic cloves and measuring each of the sauce ingredients.
  2. In a medium-sized bowl, whisk together the soy sauce, brown sugar, mirin (or rice vinegar), minced garlic, and sesame oil.
  3. Place the chicken breasts in a resealable plastic bag or shallow dish. Pour the prepared marinade over the chicken and refrigerate for at least 30 minutes.
  4. Preheat your grill or skillet over medium-high heat. Remove the chicken from the marinade and cook for approximately 6-7 minutes on each side.
  5. During the last few minutes of cooking, brush the reserved marinade over the chicken for an added layer of flavor.
  6. Serve your delicious Teriyaki Chicken with steamed rice or stir-fried veggies.

Nutrition

Serving: 1servingCalories: 300kcalCarbohydrates: 15gProtein: 30gFat: 10gSaturated Fat: 1gPolyunsaturated Fat: 2gMonounsaturated Fat: 3gCholesterol: 75mgSodium: 600mgPotassium: 350mgFiber: 1gSugar: 8gVitamin C: 2mgCalcium: 2mgIron: 6mg

Notes

Optional: Garnish with sesame seeds and sliced green onions for extra color and crunch.

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