5 Easy and Practical Japanese Chicken Teriyaki Recipes! Perfect for Those Learning to Cook

Kapanlagi.com - Japanese chicken teriyaki is one of the popular signature dishes because of its delicious sweet and savory flavor and its simple preparation. This chicken teriyaki recipe is perfect for KLovers who are learning to cook, as the ingredients are easy to find and the steps are not complicated.

With basic cooking techniques and traditional Japanese teriyaki sauce, KLovers can bring authentic flavors straight from the home kitchen. This article will discuss various practical and delicious variations of Japanese chicken teriyaki recipes, ranging from classic to those complemented with fresh vegetables to serve to your family.

Let's take a look at each step of the Japanese chicken teriyaki recipe in a simple and practical way for you to make. Happy cooking!

1. Chicken Teriyaki Style Japanese Restaurant

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A popular dish with tender chicken coated in a sweet and savory Japanese teriyaki sauce. Perfect to enjoy with warm rice, making the dining experience more special and satisfying. Here’s a practical recipe for Japanese chicken teriyaki:

Ingredients:

- 500 grams of chicken fillet (cut into cubes)

- 3 tablespoons of soy sauce

- 2 tablespoons of mirin

- 1 tablespoon of honey

- 1 tablespoon of sesame oil

- 1 teaspoon of cornstarch (dissolved)

- 2 cloves of garlic (chopped)

- 1 tablespoon of grated ginger

- Toasted sesame seeds and green onions for garnish

Instructions:

1. Mix soy sauce, mirin, honey, sesame oil, garlic, and ginger, and stir well.

2. Marinate the chicken in the sauce mixture for 30 minutes.

3. Heat a pan, cook the chicken until done.

4. Add the cornstarch solution to the remaining sauce, cook until thick.

5. Pour the sauce over the chicken, serve with a sprinkle of sesame seeds and green onions.

2. Spicy Sweet Teriyaki Chicken

Teriyaki chicken with a tempting spicy sweet flavor. The combination of chili sauce and teriyaki sauce makes this dish perfect for lovers of bold-flavored food with a distinctive Japanese touch. Here is a practical recipe for Japanese teriyaki chicken:

Ingredients:

- 500 grams of chicken fillet (cut into small pieces)

- 3 tablespoons of soy sauce

- 2 tablespoons of chili sauce

- 1 tablespoon of palm sugar

- 1 tablespoon of sesame oil

- 1 teaspoon of cornstarch (dissolved)

- 2 cloves of garlic (chopped)

- 1 tablespoon of grated ginger

- Chopped bird's eye chili to taste

Instructions:

1. Mix soy sauce, chili sauce, palm sugar, sesame oil, garlic, ginger, and chili.

2. Marinate the chicken with the sauce mixture for 20 minutes.

3. Stir-fry the chicken until cooked.

4. Add the cornstarch solution to the sauce, cook until thickened.

5. Serve the chicken with the spicy sweet sauce on top.

3. Chicken Teriyaki with Fresh Vegetables

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Chicken teriyaki complete with fresh vegetables, such as carrots and broccoli, makes it a healthy, delicious, and nutritious dish. Perfect as a light lunch menu that is still filling. Here is a practical recipe for Japanese chicken teriyaki:

Ingredients:

- 500 grams of chicken fillet (thinly sliced)

- 1 carrot (thinly sliced)

- 100 grams of broccoli

- 3 tablespoons of soy sauce

- 2 tablespoons of mirin

- 1 tablespoon of granulated sugar

- 1 tablespoon of sesame oil

- 2 cloves of garlic (chopped)

- 1 teaspoon of cornstarch (dissolved)

Instructions:

1. Mix soy sauce, mirin, sugar, sesame oil, and garlic. Marinate the chicken for 20 minutes.

2. Sauté the chicken until cooked.

3. Add the carrots and broccoli, stir until wilted.

4. Add the cornstarch solution to the sauce, cook until thickened.

5. Serve with warm rice.

4. Grilled Teriyaki Chicken

Grilled chicken coated with traditional Japanese teriyaki sauce offers a sweet and savory flavor with a crispy texture on the outside. This dish is perfect for special occasions or family dinners. Here is a practical recipe for Japanese teriyaki chicken:

Ingredients:

- 500 grams of boneless chicken thighs

- 3 tablespoons of soy sauce

- 2 tablespoons of mirin

- 1 tablespoon of honey

- 1 tablespoon of sesame oil

- 1 teaspoon of garlic powder

- 1 teaspoon of ginger powder

- Sesame seeds and green onions for garnish

Instructions:

1. Mix soy sauce, mirin, honey, sesame oil, garlic powder, and ginger powder.

2. Coat the chicken with the sauce and let it sit for 30 minutes.

3. Grill the chicken in the oven at 180°C for 25 minutes or until cooked through.

4. Serve with a sprinkle of sesame seeds and green onions.

5. 5-Minute Simple Teriyaki Chicken

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A practical recipe with minimal ingredients yet still showcasing the authentic taste of Japanese teriyaki. Perfect for those of you who are busy but want to enjoy delicious homemade food. Here is a recipe for Japanese chicken teriyaki with a practical method:

Ingredients:

- 500 grams of chicken fillet (cut into small pieces)

- 3 tablespoons of ready-to-use teriyaki sauce

- 1 tablespoon of sesame oil

- 1 clove of garlic (chopped)

- 1 teaspoon of grated ginger

- Toasted sesame seeds for garnish

Instructions:

1. Heat the sesame oil, sauté the garlic and ginger until fragrant.

2. Add the chicken, cook until done.

3. Add the ready-to-use teriyaki sauce, stir until evenly mixed.

4. Serve with a sprinkle of sesame seeds on top.

These are some complete recipes for Japanese chicken teriyaki along with detailed instructions. After reading this article, KLovers must try making it, because if not now, when else?

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