Description
This hawaiian teriyaki chicken recipe delivers a sweet‑savory island flavor that’s quick to prepare and perfect for weeknight meals. Marinated chicken breasts soak up a blend of soy sauce, brown sugar, honey, garlic, ginger, sesame oil and rice vinegar, then grilled or baked until juicy and caramelized. The glossy teriyaki glaze adds depth, while the dish pairs beautifully with rice, pineapple and a fresh salad for a complete tropical feast. Serve hot, garnish with green onions and sesame seeds.
Ingredients
Scale
- 4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts
- 1 cup soy sauce
- 1/2 cup brown sugar
- 1/4 cup honey
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 tablespoon fresh ginger, grated
- 1 tablespoon sesame oil
- 2 tablespoons rice vinegar
- 1 tablespoon cornstarch
- 1 tablespoon water
Instructions
- In a bowl, whisk together soy sauce, brown sugar, honey, garlic, ginger, sesame oil, and rice vinegar.
- Place chicken breasts in a zip‑top bag and pour the marinade over. Seal and marinate for at least 30 minutes.
- Preheat the grill or oven to 375°F. Remove chicken from marinade and grill or bake until cooked through, about 20‑25 minutes.
- In a small saucepan, combine remaining marinade with cornstarch and water. Bring to a boil and simmer until thickened.
- Brush sauce over chicken before serving and enjoy!
Notes
- For extra caramelization
- broil the chicken for the last 2 minutes after brushing with sauce. Garnish with sliced green onions and toasted sesame seeds if desired.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 25 minutes
- Category: Family Dinners
- Method: Grilling
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 4 servings
- Calories: 290
- Sugar: 30g
- Sodium: 800mg
- Fat: 5g
- Saturated Fat: 1g
- Unsaturated Fat: 2g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 25g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 30g
- Cholesterol: 80mg
Keywords: hawaiian teriyaki chicken, easy teriyaki chicken recipe, quick chicken dinner, island flavor chicken, grilled teriyaki chicken, chicken teriyaki sauce