Description
Indulge in a delightful culinary journey with our gluten-free teriyaki chicken. This dish features tender, marinated chicken thighs coated in a sweet and savory sauce that captures the essence of an Asian night market. Perfect for weeknights or special gatherings, this simple recipe is both quick to prepare and packed with flavor. Your taste buds will dance with joy as you serve up this vibrant, mouthwatering meal that’s sure to impress family and friends alike.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 pound boneless, skinless chicken thighs
- 2 tablespoons fresh ginger, grated
- 4 cloves fresh garlic, minced
- 1/2 cup gluten-free soy sauce
- 1/4 cup brown sugar
- 1 tablespoon sesame oil
Instructions
- Cut the chicken thighs into bite-sized pieces and season lightly with salt and pepper.
- In a bowl, whisk together gluten-free soy sauce, brown sugar, minced garlic, and grated ginger until the sugar dissolves.
- Marinate the chicken in the mixture for at least 30 minutes in the refrigerator.
- Heat a skillet over medium-high heat with sesame oil. Cook the marinated chicken for about 5-7 minutes until golden brown and cooked through.
- Pour any reserved marinade into the skillet and simmer for an additional minute until thickened slightly.
- Serve garnished with sesame seeds or chopped green onions.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 300
- Sugar: 9g
- Sodium: 800mg
- Fat: 15g
- Saturated Fat: 2g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 18g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 25g
- Cholesterol: 100mg
Keywords: - For enhanced flavor, consider marinating overnight. - Add sautéed vegetables like bell peppers or broccoli during cooking for added nutrition. - Substitute chicken thighs with breasts if preferred; adjust cooking time as needed.