Description
A simple and delicious Western-style teriyaki chicken, pan-fried to golden perfection and coated in a sweet, savory homemade teriyaki sauce. Perfect for an easy weeknight dinner served over steamed rice with veggies.
Ingredients
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- 3 lbs boneless thicken thighs
- 4 tablespoons vegetable oil for frying
Teriyaki Sauce
- 1/4 cup soy sauce
- 1 cup water
- 1/2 teaspoon grated ginger
- 1/4 teaspoon grated garlic
- 1/3 cup packed brown sugar
- 2 tablespoons honey
Instructions
- Prepare the Sauce: Mix sauce ingredients together in a small bowl until completely dissolved. Set aside.
- Pan-Fry the Chicken: In a large frying pan, add a small amount of vegetable oil and pan-fry the chicken until golden brown on both sides. You may have to fry in batches.
- Drain Excess Oil: Transfer fried chicken to a plate lined with paper towels to absorb the excess oil. Either pour out excess oil from the frying pan or use a paper towel to wipe clean.
- Thicken the Sauce: Add the sauce mixture into the pan and let it thicken slightly.
- Coat the Chicken: Add chicken and let the sauce continue to reduce down to the desired consistency.
- Serve: Serve with steamed white rice and steamed bok choy or yu choy for a complete meal.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Category: Chicken, Main Dish
- Method: Fry
- Cuisine: Japanese, Fusion