Teriyaki Chicken Recipe

INTRODUCTION:"Sweet, savory, and irresistibly delicious, Teriyaki Chicken is a classic Japanese-inspired dish that's easy to make and always a crowd-pleaser. Marinated in a mixture of soy sauce, sugar, and spices, then grilled or pan-fried to perfection, this mouthwatering recipe yields tender, juicy chicken with a sticky, caramelized glaze. Perfect for a quick weeknight dinner, a special occasion, or as a flavorful addition to your favorite stir-fries and noodle dishes, this simple yet impressive Teriyaki Chicken recipe is sure to become a new favorite!"

Accurate measurements and ingredients 

Ingredients:

- 1 pound (450g) boneless, skinless chicken breasts, cut into bite-sized pieces

- 1/2 cup (120ml) teriyaki sauce (see below for homemade sauce recipe)

- 2 tablespoons (30g) vegetable oil

- 2 cloves garlic, minced (6g)

- 1 tablespoon (15g) grated fresh ginger

- Sesame seeds and chopped green onions for garnish (optional)

Homemade Teriyaki Sauce:

- 1/2 cup (120ml) soy sauce

- 1/4 cup (60g) granulated sugar

- 2 tablespoons (30g) rice vinegar

- 2 tablespoons (30g) water

- 1 teaspoon grated fresh ginger

- 1 teaspoon garlic, minced

Instructions:

1. In a large bowl, whisk together teriyaki sauce ingredients. Add chicken and marinate for at least 30 minutes or up to 2 hours.

2. Heat oil in a large skillet or wok over medium-high heat. Remove chicken from marinade, letting excess liquid drip off.

3. Cook chicken until browned and cooked through, about 5-7 minutes. Add garlic and ginger to skillet and cook for 1 minute.

4. Pour in teriyaki sauce and bring to a simmer. Cook for an additional 2-3 minutes, until sauce has thickened.

5. Garnish with sesame seeds and green onions (if using). Serve hot over rice or noodles.

Note: You can adjust the amount of sugar and soy sauce to taste. Additionally, you can use store-bought teriyaki sauce if preferred.

The estimated nutrition information per serving for the Teriyaki Chicken recipe:

_Serving size:_ 3 ounces (85g) cooked chicken (about 4-5 pieces)

_Nutrition Facts:_

- _Calories:_ 220

- _Total Fat:_ 8g

    - Saturated Fat: 1.5g

    - Trans Fat: 0g

- _Cholesterol:_ 60mg

- _Sodium:_ 450mg

- _Total Carbohydrates:_ 15g

    - Dietary Fiber: 0g

    - Sugars: 10g

- _Protein:_ 25g

_Vitamin and Mineral Information:_

- _Vitamin A:_ 2% of the Daily Value (DV)

- _Vitamin C:_ 2% of the DV

- _Calcium:_ 2% of the DV

- _Iron:_ 10% of the DV

- _Potassium:_ 15% of the DV

_Macro Breakdown:_

- Carbohydrates: 27%

- Protein: 45%

- Fat: 28%

_Note:_ Nutrition information is an estimate and may vary based on specific ingredient brands and measurements.

Assuming the recipe yields 4 servings, the nutrition information is based on a serving size of 3 ounces (85g) cooked chicken, or about 4-5 pieces.