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Classic Japanese Teriyaki Chicken

Name: Classic Japanese Teriyaki Chicken
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 7 servings
Cuisine: Japanese
Ingredients: 1 1/2 pounds pounds Boneless, skinless chicken breasts (Cut into 1-inch pieces); 1/2 cup cups Soy sauce (Use Japanese soy sauce for authentic flavor); 1/4 cup cups Brown sugar (Use fine-grained brown sugar for smooth sauce); 2 tablespoons tablespoons Rice vinegar (Use Japanese rice vinegar for authentic flavor); 2 tablespoons tablespoons Ginger, grated (Use fresh ginger for best flavor); 2 cloves cloves Garlic, minced (Mince garlic just before using); 2 tablespoons tablespoons Sesame oil (Use high-quality sesame oil for best flavor); 1/4 cup cups Green onions, thinly sliced (Use for garnish); 1 tablespoon tablespoons Sesame seeds (Use for garnish)

Classic Japanese Teriyaki Chicken is a sweet and savory dish that features marinated chicken glazed with a rich teriyaki sauce. This recipe serves 4 and is perfect for a weeknight dinner or special occasion. The combination of soy sauce, brown sugar, and rice vinegar creates a deep and complex flavor profile that is sure to impress.

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🤖 AI-Generated Recipe 🧪 Cook at Your Own Adventure Japanese gluten-free dairy-free

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Total Time 45 minutes

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Difficulty Medium

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Servings 7

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Category Main Dishes

🥘 Ingredients (AI's Shopping List)

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1 1/2 pounds pounds Boneless, skinless chicken breasts (Cut into 1-inch pieces)
1/2 cup cups Soy sauce (Use Japanese soy sauce for authentic flavor)
1/4 cup cups Brown sugar (Use fine-grained brown sugar for smooth sauce)
2 tablespoons tablespoons Rice vinegar (Use Japanese rice vinegar for authentic flavor)
2 tablespoons tablespoons Ginger, grated (Use fresh ginger for best flavor)
2 cloves cloves Garlic, minced (Mince garlic just before using)
2 tablespoons tablespoons Sesame oil (Use high-quality sesame oil for best flavor)
1/4 cup cups Green onions, thinly sliced (Use for garnish) optional chaos
1 tablespoon tablespoons Sesame seeds (Use for garnish) optional chaos

🔧 Equipment

Required:

9x13 inch baking dish
aluminum foil
baking sheet
parchment paper
meat thermometer
whisk

⏰ Timing

Prep Time: 15 min

Cook Time: 30 min

Total Time: 45 min

👩‍🍳 Instructions (The AI's Game Plan)

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1

Preheat oven to 400°F (200°C). Line a 9x13 inch baking dish with aluminum foil, leaving overhang for easy removal.

⏱️ 5 min (ish) 🌡️ 400°F

AI Wisdom: Use a rimmed baking sheet for easy cleanup
2

In a large bowl, whisk together soy sauce, brown sugar, rice vinegar, grated ginger, and garlic until sugar is dissolved.

⏱️ 2 min (ish)

AI Wisdom: Whisk until smooth and fragrant
3

Add chicken to the bowl and toss to coat with the teriyaki sauce. Cover the bowl with plastic wrap and refrigerate for at least 2 hours or overnight.

⏱️ 120 min (ish) 🌡️ 40°F

AI Wisdom: Marinate chicken in the refrigerator at 40°F (4°C) or below
4

Remove chicken from the refrigerator and let it sit at room temperature for 30 minutes. Preheat oven to 400°F (200°C).

⏱️ 30 min (ish) 🌡️ 70°F

AI Wisdom: Let chicken sit at room temperature to allow even cooking
5

Line a baking sheet with parchment paper and arrange chicken pieces in a single layer, leaving space between each piece. Drizzle with sesame oil and toss to coat.

⏱️ 5 min (ish)

AI Wisdom: Use parchment paper for easy cleanup
6

Bake chicken in the preheated oven for 20-25 minutes or until cooked through and caramelized, flipping halfway through cooking time.

⏱️ 25 min (ish) 🌡️ 400°F

AI Wisdom: Check for doneness by inserting a meat thermometer into the thickest piece of chicken. The internal temperature should reach 165°F (74°C)
7

Remove chicken from the oven and garnish with green onions and sesame seeds, if using. Serve hot and enjoy!

⏱️ 5 min (ish)

AI Wisdom: Garnish with green onions and sesame seeds for added flavor and texture

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Created on December 21, 2025

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