Nitrate & Nitrite Free Easy Teriyaki Chicken
Total time30 min
Prep time10 min
Cook time20 min
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4 servings
For the sauce
- ¼ cup soy sauce
- 3 tbsp mirin
- 2 tbsp sake
- 1 tbsp brown sugar
- 1 tsp cornstarch
For the chicken
- 1 ½ lb boneless, skinless chicken thighs (about 6 thighs)
- ½ tsp salt
- ¼ tsp black pepper
- 1 tbsp neutral oil (such as avocado or canola oil)
For serving
- 1 tsp sesame seeds (optional)
- 2 scallions, thinly sliced (optional)
Instructions
- 1
In a small bowl, whisk together the soy sauce, mirin, sake, brown sugar, and cornstarch until the sugar and cornstarch are fully dissolved. Set aside.
- 2
Pat the chicken thighs dry with paper towels and season both sides with salt and pepper.
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