Panda Express Teriyaki Chicken
A delightful and flavorful dish featuring tender chicken coated in a sweet and savory teriyaki sauce.
Equipment
- large skillet or wok
- small saucepan
- mixing bowl
Ingredients
For the Chicken
- 1 pound Boneless, skinless chicken thighs Cut into bite-sized pieces.
- 2 tablespoons Vegetable oil For cooking the chicken.
- to taste Salt and pepper For seasoning the chicken.
For the Teriyaki Sauce
- 1/2 cup Soy sauce Base of the teriyaki sauce.
- 1/4 cup Brown sugar Adds sweetness to the sauce.
- 1/4 cup Honey For additional sweetness.
- 2 tablespoons Rice vinegar Adds acidity to balance the flavors.
- 1 tablespoon Cornstarch Used to thicken the sauce.
- 1 tablespoon Water To mix with cornstarch.
- 1 teaspoon Garlic Minced, for flavor.
- 1 teaspoon Ginger Minced, for flavor.
Garnish
- to taste Sesame seeds For garnish.
- to taste Chopped green onions For garnish.
Instructions
- In a bowl, season the chicken pieces with salt and pepper.
- In a large skillet or wok, heat the vegetable oil over medium-high heat. Add the chicken pieces and cook for about 5-7 minutes, stirring occasionally, until the chicken is cooked through and golden brown. Remove the chicken from the skillet and set aside.
- In a small saucepan, combine soy sauce, brown sugar, honey, rice vinegar, minced garlic, and minced ginger. Bring the mixture to a simmer over medium heat.
- In a separate bowl, mix the cornstarch and water until smooth. Gradually add this mixture to the saucepan, stirring constantly until the sauce thickens, about 2-3 minutes. Remove from heat.
- Return the cooked chicken to the skillet and pour the teriyaki sauce over it. Stir well to coat the chicken evenly with the sauce and heat through for an additional 2-3 minutes.
- Serve the teriyaki chicken hot, garnished with sesame seeds and chopped green onions. It pairs perfectly with steamed rice or stir-fried vegetables.
Notes
Enjoy your Panda Express Teriyaki Chicken, a quick and delicious meal that brings the flavors of the restaurant right to your home!