This Baked Teriyaki Chicken is a sweet, savory, and high-protein meal that’s easy to make and packed with flavor! 🍗✨ Juicy chicken breasts are coated in a homemade teriyaki glaze, then baked to perfection until caramelized and tender. Perfect for a healthy weeknight dinner or meal prep!
Servings: 4
Prep Time: 10 minutes
Cooking Time: 25 minutes
Calories: ~300 per serving
Ingredients:
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4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts
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½ cup low-sodium soy sauce (or coconut aminos for low-carb option)
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2 tbsp honey (or sugar-free substitute for diabetics)
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1 tbsp sesame oil
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2 cloves garlic, minced
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1 tsp grated ginger
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1 tbsp rice vinegar
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1 tsp cornstarch (or arrowroot powder for gluten-free option)
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1 tbsp water (to mix with cornstarch)
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1 tbsp sesame seeds & sliced green onions (for garnish)
Directions:
1️⃣ Prepare the Teriyaki Sauce: In a small saucepan, mix soy sauce, honey, sesame oil, garlic, ginger, and rice vinegar. Simmer on low heat for 3-4 minutes.
2️⃣ Thicken the Sauce: In a separate bowl, mix cornstarch and water to create a slurry. Stir it into the saucepan and cook for 1-2 minutes until the sauce thickens.
3️⃣ Marinate the Chicken: Place chicken breasts in a baking dish and brush with the teriyaki sauce, reserving some for later. Let it marinate for at least 15 minutes (or overnight for extra flavor).
4️⃣ Bake to Perfection: Preheat oven to 375°F (190°C). Bake the chicken for 20-25 minutes, basting with extra sauce halfway through.
5️⃣ Garnish & Serve: Remove from oven, let it rest for 5 minutes, then slice. Sprinkle with sesame seeds & green onions, and serve over cauliflower rice or steamed veggies!
Ingredient Breakdown for Carbs & Protein:
| Ingredient | Protein (g) | Carbs (g) |
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| Chicken Breast (4 oz) | 35g | 0g |
| Low-Sodium Soy Sauce (2 tbsp) | 2g | 2g |
| Honey (2 tbsp) | 0g | 17g (use monk fruit for 0g carbs) |
| Cornstarch (1 tsp) | 0g | 2g |
| Garlic & Ginger | 0g | 1g |
| Rice Vinegar (1 tbsp) | 0g | 1g |
| Sesame Seeds (1 tsp) | 1g | 1g |
| Green Onions | 0g | 1g |
✅ Total Protein Per Serving: ~35g
✅ Total Carbs Per Serving: ~10-15g
