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Easy Sticky Chicken Teriyaki Recipe with Steamed Rice

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A quick and easy sticky chicken teriyaki recipe that delivers a perfect balance of sweet, salty, and umami flavors, served with steamed rice. Ideal for busy weeknight dinners and comforting meals.

Ingredients

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  • 1 lb (450 g) boneless, skinless chicken thighs
  • 1/4 cup (60 ml) soy sauce (low sodium preferred)
  • 3 tbsp brown sugar
  • 2 cloves garlic, minced
  • 1 tbsp fresh ginger, grated
  • 1 tbsp rice vinegar
  • 1 tsp sesame oil
  • 1/4 cup (60 ml) water
  • 1 tsp cornstarch
  • 2 cups cooked steamed rice (jasmine or short-grain)
  • Optional garnish: toasted sesame seeds and sliced green onions

Instructions

  1. Pat chicken thighs dry and cut into 1-1.5 inch bite-sized pieces.
  2. In a small bowl, whisk together soy sauce, brown sugar, minced garlic, grated ginger, rice vinegar, sesame oil, and water until sugar dissolves.
  3. Heat 1 tbsp neutral oil in a large non-stick skillet over medium-high heat. Add chicken pieces in a single layer and cook undisturbed for about 4 minutes until golden brown. Flip and cook another 3-4 minutes until mostly cooked through.
  4. Stir the sauce mixture again, pour over chicken in skillet. Mix cornstarch with 1 tbsp cold water to make slurry, add to pan. Stir and cook for 2-3 minutes until sauce thickens and becomes sticky.
  5. While chicken cooks, rinse 1 cup jasmine or short-grain rice under cold water until clear. Cook rice according to rice cooker or stovetop instructions (1 cup rice to 1.25 cups water). Fluff with fork when done.
  6. Serve sticky chicken teriyaki over steamed rice. Garnish with toasted sesame seeds and sliced green onions if desired.

Notes

If sauce is too thick, add a splash of water; if too thin, simmer longer. Do not overcrowd pan to ensure proper searing. Fresh ginger and garlic are recommended for best flavor. Marinating chicken in half the sauce for 15 minutes before cooking is optional but adds flavor. Use tamari or coconut aminos for gluten-free version. Reheat leftovers gently with a splash of water to loosen sauce.

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