Honey Teriyaki Chicken Recipe

This incredibly easy and flavorful Honey Teriyaki Chicken recipe is a weeknight winner! Inspired by Everyday Food magazine (May 2009), this recipe delivers juicy, perfectly glazed chicken in under an hour. Get ready for a burst of sweet and savory goodness that the whole family will love.

Prep Time 15 mins
Cook Time 35 mins
Calories 538.4 kcal
Protein 67g
Rating 4.0 (1 Reviews)
Honey Teriyaki Chicken

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Chef Forktionary, author of this recipe

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Ingredients for Honey Teriyaki Chicken

  • 1/4 cup honey
  • Rice Vinegar
  • 1/4 cup soy sauce
  • Minced Garlic Cloves
  • Fresh Ginger
  • Coarse Salt
  • Ground Pepper
  • Chicken Thighs

How to Make Honey Teriyaki Chicken

  1. Preheat oven to 475°F (240°C).
  2. Line a rimmed baking sheet with foil.
  3. In a large bowl, whisk together 1/4 cup honey, 2 tablespoons rice vinegar, 1/4 cup soy sauce, 2 cloves minced garlic, 1 tablespoon grated ginger, 1 teaspoon salt, and 1/2 teaspoon black pepper.
  4. Add 1.5 lbs boneless, skinless chicken thighs (or breasts) to the bowl and toss to coat evenly.
  5. Transfer chicken and sauce to the prepared baking sheet.
  6. Bake chicken, skin-side up (if using bone-in, skin-on chicken), basting occasionally with pan juices, for 25-30 minutes, or until the internal temperature reaches 165°F (74°C) and the chicken is cooked through and nicely browned.
  7. Serve immediately, drizzled with the pan juices. Garnish with sesame seeds (optional).

Chef's Tip for Extra Flavor

Chef's secret: layers of flavor make a dish truly memorable! Consider what a little extra something could bring – perhaps a touch of acidity like a good vinegar or citrus zest, a hint of smokiness from paprika, a bit of umami from mushrooms or soy sauce, or a sprinkle of toasted nuts for texture. Experiment and taste as you go!

Nutrition Information (Approximate per serving)

Sodium

99 g

Sugar

140g

Fat

41g

Carbs

12g

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