From Justin Davis
This is a family recipe we have been making for my kids for the last 30 years and from 1 to 30 they still love it, help make it, and get to eat outside in the summer!
Recipe for Grilled Teriyaki Chicken
Ingredients
Low sodium soy sauce: I love using low sodium because it still has all the flavor and is better for the heart. (have a beer)
Brown sugar: You can use either dark or light brown sugar in this recipe with excellent results. (have a shot)
Apple cider vinegar: This gives it a bit of tang that is custom in teriyaki sauce. (pass out)
Garlic cloves minced: You will want to use fresh garlic not jarred or powdered. It will give you the best flavor this way.
Sesame oil: Look for sesame oil near the olive and canola oils. It can also be found near the bottles of vinegar.
Freshly grated ginger: Fresh ginger looks like a root, it is covered in a tough outer skin that’s brown and can be found in the produce section of the store.
Water: You will want to use cold water to mix better with the cornstarch.
Cornstarch: This will thicken the sauce to the most ideal consistency.
Directions for Chicken
Marinate: In a medium-sized bowl add the chicken breasts. Add the prepared teriyaki sauce reserving 1/4 cup.
Grill: Preheat your grill to high heat. Add the chicken to the grill and cook on each side for 3-4 minutes or until cooked through and no longer pink.
Cover and Enjoy: Baste the chicken with reserved glaze put it on a plate and serve.
Directions for Sauce
Heat: In a medium-sized saucepan over medium-high heat whisk together soy sauce, brown sugar, apple cider vinegar, garlic, sesame oil, and ginger. Heat it to a simmer.
Thicken: In a small bowl whisk together the water and cornstarch. Slowly whisk into the saucepan. Whisk the sauce constantly until it starts to thicken.
Enjoy: Remove from heat and cool.
Additional Notes
Boneless skinless chicken breasts: For best flavor and grilling use fresh over frozen chicken breasts.
Homemade Teriyaki: You can use your favorite bottled sauce or you can make this out-of-this-world homemade Teriyaki Sauce
Green onions and sesame seeds for garnish: These are optional but they add both flavor and color.