7. Teriyaki Glazed Chicken
Why it works: Sweet-savory umami flavor with glossy sauce perfect over rice and veggies.
Ingredients:
- 2 chicken breasts
- 1/4 cup soy sauce
- 2 tbsp mirin or apple juice + sugar
- 1 tsp ginger, 1 garlic clove
- Cornstarch slurry (optional)
Steps:
- Marinate chicken for 15 minutes.
- Pan-sear 2–3 minutes each side.
- Add sauce, simmer until thickened.
Pinterest styling: Slice and serve over jasmine rice, sprinkle sesame seeds, garnish with scallions, shoot from above.
Variations:
- Add sriracha for spicy teriyaki.
- Use nutritional yeast for soy-free version.
