Chicken Teriyaki

Chicken Teriyaki is a classic Japanese dish featuring tender chicken glazed in a sweet and savory teriyaki sauce. This dish is not only delicious but also packed with protein, making it a nutritious dinner option.

Ingredients

• Chicken breast - 300 grams
• Soy sauce - 60 ml
• Mirin - 30 ml
• Brown sugar - 2 tablespoons (25 grams)
• Sesame oil - 1 tablespoon (15 ml)
• Garlic - 2 cloves, minced
• Ginger - 1 teaspoon, grated
• Green onions - 2, chopped (for garnish)
• Sesame seeds - 1 tablespoon (for garnish)
• Cooked rice - 2 cups (for serving)

Steps

1. In a bowl, combine soy sauce, mirin, brown sugar, minced garlic, and grated ginger to create the teriyaki sauce.
2. Cut the chicken breast into bite-sized pieces.
3. Heat sesame oil in a skillet over medium heat. Add the chicken pieces and cook until browned and cooked through, about 5-7 minutes.
4. Pour the teriyaki sauce over the cooked chicken, stirring to coat evenly. Allow the sauce to simmer for 5 minutes until slightly thickened.
5. Serve the chicken teriyaki over cooked rice, garnished with chopped green onions and sesame seeds.

Nutrition

• Calories: 450
• Protein: 38 g
• Carbs: 50 g
• Fiber: 1 g
• Sugar: 8 g
• Sodium: 1200 mg
• Cholesterol: 80 mg
• Total Fat: 10 g
• Saturated Fat: 1 g
• Unsaturated Fat: 9 g
• Water: 0.5 L

Health Benefits

• High in protein, supporting muscle repair and growth.
• Rich in antioxidants from ginger and garlic, promoting overall health.

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