Easy Teriyaki Chicken Thighs with Steamed Rice and Broccoli

Better Than Takeout Teriyaki

Skip the takeout and make this easy teriyaki chicken at home in just 25 minutes. The homemade teriyaki sauce is miles ahead of bottled versions – it’s the perfect balance of sweet, salty, and savory with a glossy, sticky finish that clings to every piece of juicy chicken.

Ingredients

2 lbs boneless, skinless chicken thighs
1 tablespoon vegetable oil
Salt and pepper
Steamed rice for serving
Steamed broccoli florets for serving
Sesame seeds and sliced scallions for garnish

Teriyaki Sauce:

1/2 cup soy sauce
1/4 cup mirin
3 tablespoons honey
2 tablespoons brown sugar
2 cloves garlic, minced
1 teaspoon fresh ginger, grated
1 tablespoon cornstarch mixed with 2 tablespoons water

Instructions

Step 1:

Season chicken with salt and pepper. Heat oil in a skillet over medium-high heat. Cook chicken 5-6 minutes per side until golden and cooked through. Remove.

Step 2:

In the same pan, add soy sauce, mirin, honey, brown sugar, garlic, and ginger. Bring to a simmer. Add cornstarch slurry, stir until thickened (about 2 minutes).