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Sticky Teriyaki Chicken Bites with Rice

Close-up of Sticky Teriyaki Chicken Bites coated in dark glaze, served over fluffy white rice and topped with sesame seeds and green onions.
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Make tender, bite-sized chicken pieces coated in a thick, sweet, and savory homemade teriyaki glaze. Serve this easy meal over steamed rice for a quick dinner.

Ingredients

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  • 1.5 lbs boneless, skinless chicken thighs or breasts, cut into 1-inch cubes
  • 1 tablespoon vegetable oil
  • 1/4 cup soy sauce
  • 1/4 cup mirin (sweet rice wine)
  • 1/4 cup packed brown sugar
  • 2 tablespoons rice vinegar
  • 1 tablespoon grated fresh ginger
  • 2 cloves garlic, minced
  • 1 teaspoon sesame oil
  • 2 tablespoons cornstarch
  • 3 tablespoons cold water
  • 4 cups cooked white rice, for serving
  • 1 teaspoon sesame seeds, for garnish
  • 2 green onions, sliced, for garnish

Instructions

  1. Combine the soy sauce, mirin, brown sugar, rice vinegar, ginger, garlic, and sesame oil in a small saucepan. Heat over medium heat, stirring until the sugar dissolves. Bring the mixture to a simmer.
  2. In a separate small bowl, whisk together the cornstarch and cold water to create a slurry.
  3. Slowly pour the cornstarch slurry into the simmering sauce while whisking constantly. Continue to cook for 1 to 2 minutes until the sauce thickens significantly and becomes sticky. Remove from heat and set aside.
  4. Heat the vegetable oil in a large skillet or wok over medium-high heat. Add the chicken cubes in a single layer, working in batches if necessary to avoid crowding the pan.
  5. Cook the chicken for 5 to 7 minutes, turning occasionally, until all sides are golden brown and the chicken is cooked through.
  6. Reduce the heat to low. Pour the prepared sticky teriyaki sauce over the cooked chicken in the skillet. Toss gently until every piece of chicken is fully coated in the thick glaze.
  7. Serve the sticky teriyaki chicken bites immediately over steamed white rice. Garnish with sesame seeds and sliced green onions.

Notes

  • For extra flavor, use chicken thighs instead of breasts.
  • To make the sauce extra thick, allow it to simmer for an extra minute after adding the cornstarch slurry.
  • You can substitute the white rice with brown rice or cauliflower rice.

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