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Easy Teriyaki Chicken Bites

Juicy bite-sized chicken pieces tossed in a quick homemade teriyaki sauce for a fast, flavorful weeknight meal.
Prep Time 5 minutes
Cook Time 5 minutes
Total Time 15 minutes
Servings: 6 servings

Ingredients
  

  • 2.5 pounds boneless skinless chicken breast or thighs cut into 1-inch chunks
  • 1 teaspoon garlic powder
  • 1 teaspoon salt
  • 1/2 teaspoon black pepper
  • 1 tablespoon sesame oil for cooking
  • 1/2 cup soy sauce
  • 1/4 cup water for the sauce
  • 1/4 cup brown sugar
  • 1/4 cup honey
  • 1 tablespoon rice vinegar
  • 2 teaspoons minced garlic
  • 1 teaspoon minced fresh ginger
  • 1 teaspoon sesame oil for the sauce
  • 1 tablespoon cornstarch
  • 2 teaspoons cold water to make slurry
  • green onions finely chopped, for garnish

Equipment

  • small pot
  • Small Bowl
  • Large Skillet
  • Knife
  • Cutting Board
  • Measuring cups and spoons

Method
 

  1. Cut the chicken into 1-inch chunks and season with 1 teaspoon garlic powder, 1 teaspoon salt, and 1/2 teaspoon black pepper; set aside.
  2. In a small pot, combine 1/2 cup soy sauce, 1/4 cup water, 1/4 cup brown sugar, 1/4 cup honey, 1 tablespoon rice vinegar, 2 teaspoons minced garlic, 1 teaspoon minced fresh ginger, and 1 teaspoon sesame oil.
  3. In a small bowl, stir 1 tablespoon cornstarch with 2 teaspoons cold water until smooth, then pour the slurry into the pot and stir to combine.
  4. Bring the sauce to a rolling boil, cook 1 minute, then reduce heat and simmer 3–4 minutes until slightly thickened; remove from heat (it will thicken more as it cools).
  5. Heat 1 tablespoon sesame oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat until shimmering.
  6. Add the seasoned chicken to the hot skillet in a single layer; let sit without stirring for 3 minutes, then stir and cook 2–3 more minutes until the chicken reaches 165°F (74°C) internally.
  7. Remove the chicken from the skillet and toss with the prepared teriyaki sauce until evenly coated.
  8. Garnish with finely chopped green onions and serve immediately.

Notes

  • For a thicker sauce, add more cornstarch or simmer longer.
  • The sauce continues to thicken as it cools.
  • Use chicken thighs for juicier bites if preferred.
  • Ensure chicken reaches 165°F internal temperature.
  • Cut chicken into even pieces for consistent cooking.