Teriyaki-Marinated Chicken

Teriyaki-Marinated Chicken

1 servings
Everyone's favorite flavors come together in this easy teriyaki-inspired marinade—Japanese versions typically include sake and mirin and no garlic or ginger. Mix it up with 1 1/2 pounds of chicken to keep in the freezer for those weeks when meal prep falls by the wayside.

Ingredients

  • 1/2 cup soy sauce
  • 1/4 cup canola oil
  • 3 tablespoons sugar
  • 2 teaspoons grated fresh ginger
  • 2 teaspoons toasted sesame oil
  • 2 teaspoons sesame seeds
  • 2 cloves garlic

    grated

  • Kosher salt
  • 4 boneless skinless chicken breasts or 8 boneless skinless thighs

    about 1 1/2 pounds

Directions

  1. 1

    For the marinade: Combine the soy sauce, oil, sugar, ginger, sesame oil, sesame seeds, garlic and 1/2 teaspoon salt in a large resealable plastic bag. Add 4 boneless skinless chicken breasts or 8 boneless skinless thighs (about 1 1/2 pounds), squeeze out the air, seal tightly and massage gently to coat the chicken with marinade. Refrigerate for 2 hours or freeze up to 1 month; defrost in the refrigerator overnight before cooking.

  2. 2

    To cook: Remove the chicken from the bag, letting any excess marinade drip off, and transfer to a foil-lined baking sheet. Broil, turning halfway through, until lightly charred, cooked through and an instant-read thermometer registers 165 degrees F, about 12 minutes.

Teriyaki-Marinated Chicken

Teriyaki-Marinated Chicken

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About this Recipe

Craving flavorful chicken that practically cooks itself? This easy teriyaki-inspired marinade delivers savory, sweet, and umami notes, transforming simple chicken into a weeknight hero with minimal effort.

What makes this recipe a standout is its incredible blend of familiar flavors and its smart approach to meal prep. The vibrant combination of soy sauce, fresh ginger, and garlic creates a deeply satisfying marinade that permeates every piece of chicken. It’s a genius way to infuse your chicken with a rich depth of flavor that's ready whenever you are, especially when you leverage its freezer-friendly nature.

Prepare for remarkably tender chicken, deeply infused with a perfectly balanced and aromatic marinade. Each bite will offer a harmonious experience, blending the salty depth of soy with a subtle sweetness from the sugar, bright warmth from the grated fresh ginger, and the aromatic punch of fresh garlic. The toasted sesame oil adds another layer of nutty richness, complemented by the delicate crunch of sesame seeds. This versatile marinated chicken promises a fuss-free meal that tastes anything but.

This Teriyaki-Marinated Chicken recipe is wonderfully adaptable to your preferences and what you have on hand. You can effortlessly use either boneless skinless chicken breasts for a leaner meal or opt for boneless skinless thighs to ensure a juicier, more succulent result. Should you desire a slightly less sweet profile, you have the flexibility to adjust the sugar content, or for a bolder kick, increase the amounts of grated fresh ginger or garlic to your liking.

This delicious Teriyaki-Marinated Chicken is ideal for a quick family dinner after a busy day or as a cornerstone for your weekly meal prep. It pairs beautifully with classic sides like fluffy steamed rice, crisp stir-fried vegetables, or a refreshing green salad for a complete and utterly satisfying meal.

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