Baked Chicken Teriyaki Recipe

Juicy baked chicken teriyaki, ready in under an hour! This easy weeknight recipe features a flavorful, thick teriyaki glaze that's perfect for busy weeknights. Serve with fluffy rice and steamed broccoli for a complete and satisfying meal. Customize it with your favorite chicken cut – bone-in, boneless, breasts, or thighs – and adjust cooking time for perfectly cooked chicken every time. Get ready for a taste explosion!

Prep Time 15 mins
Cook Time 50 mins
Calories 234 kcal
Protein 36g
Rating 4.6 (58 Reviews)
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Chef Forktionary, author of this recipe

Recipe adapted from Food.com. Standardized by Forktionary.

Ingredients for Baked Chicken Teriyaki

  • 2 teaspoons cornstarch
  • 1 cup water
  • White Sugar (not found in recipe)
  • 1/4 cup brown sugar
  • 1/2 cup low sodium soy sauce
  • Cider Vinegar (not found in recipe)
  • Orange Juice (not found in recipe)
  • 1 teaspoon garlic powder (equivalent to 2 cloves fresh garlic)
  • 1 teaspoon ground ginger (equivalent to 2 tablespoons fresh ginger)
  • 1/2 teaspoon ground black pepper
  • 1 1/2 lbs skinless chicken thighs
  • 1/2 cup honey
  • 1 tablespoon sesame oil
  • Cooked rice (for serving)
  • Steamed broccoli (for serving)

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How to Make Baked Chicken Teriyaki

  1. Preheat oven to 425°F (220°C).
  2. In a medium bowl, whisk together the teriyaki sauce, soy sauce, honey, brown sugar, ginger, garlic, cornstarch, sesame oil, and pepper.
  3. Place chicken pieces in a lightly greased 9x13 inch baking dish.
  4. Pour the teriyaki sauce mixture over the chicken, ensuring each piece is coated.
  5. Bake for 30 minutes.
  6. Flip the chicken pieces and bake for another 10-15 minutes, or until the chicken is no longer pink and the juices run clear. Internal temperature should reach 165°F (74°C).
  7. For bone-in chicken breasts: Bake at 375°F (190°C) for 35-40 minutes.
  8. For boneless chicken breasts: Bake at 375°F (190°C) for 20-25 minutes.
  9. Spoon extra sauce over the chicken before serving.
  10. Serve immediately over rice and broccoli.

Nutrition Information (Approximate per serving)

Sodium

47 g

Sugar

111g

Fat

4g

Carbs

10g

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