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Chicken Teriyaki with Broccoli

Deliciously bold flavors combine sweet and savory in every bite, making this dish a family-friendly favorite.
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Prep Time 30 minutes
Cook Time 15 minutes
Total Time 45 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Main Course
Cuisine: Japanese
Calories: 350
Ingredients Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Chicken
  • 1 lb Boneless, skinless chicken thighs Juicier than breasts
  • 1/4 cup Soy sauce Essential umami flavor
  • 2 tbsp Mirin Sweet rice wine
  • 2 cloves Garlic Fresh minced
  • 1 tbsp Ginger Freshly grated
For the Broccoli
  • 2 cups Fresh broccoli florets Vibrant and crunchy
  • 1 tbsp Sesame oil Enhances nutty flavor
For the Teriyaki Sauce
  • 1/4 cup Brown sugar Creates caramelized sweetness
  • 1 tbsp Cornstarch Used as a thickening agent

Method
 

Preparation
  1. Slice the chicken thighs into bite-sized pieces for even cooking.
  2. In a bowl, combine soy sauce, mirin, and ginger. Marinate the chicken for at least 30 minutes.
  3. Steam the broccoli florets until vibrant green and tender-crisp, about 4-5 minutes.
Cooking
  1. Heat a skillet over medium-high heat and saut? the marinated chicken for 6-7 minutes until golden brown.
  2. Mix cornstarch with water to create a slurry and stir it into the remaining marinade in the pan; simmer for 2-3 minutes until thickened.
  3. Combine the steamed broccoli with the chicken and sauce in the skillet, tossing to coat.
Serving
  1. Garnish with sesame seeds if desired.

Nutrition

Serving: 1servingCalories: 350kcalCarbohydrates: 25gProtein: 30gFat: 15gSaturated Fat: 3gPolyunsaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 2gCholesterol: 90mgSodium: 800mgPotassium: 600mgFiber: 3gSugar: 8gVitamin A: 500IUVitamin C: 70mgCalcium: 50mgIron: 2mg

Notes

Allow chicken to marinate for at least 30 minutes for enhanced flavor and tenderness.

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