Easy Teriyaki Chicken Marinade Recipe
This easy teriyaki chicken marinade transforms simple ingredients from your fridge into flavorful, restaurant-style, sweet and savory chicken. Use it with chicken breasts, thighs, or stir-fry chicken bites when grilling, baking, air-frying, or cooking skillet meals. The bold marinade also doubles as a glaze-like sauce after simmering!
Servings 6
Calories 74kcal
Equipment
- whisk
- airtight container
Ingredients
- ½ cup soy sauce or tamari
- ¼ cup honey
- 2 tablespoons brown sugar
- ¼ cup chicken broth
- 2 tablespoons rice vinegar
- 2 teaspoons minced garlic
- ½ teaspoon ground ginger
Instructions
- Whisk all ingredients together in a bowl until fully combined
- Use immediately as a marinade or transfer to airtight container
Notes
- Store homemade teriyaki marinade in an airtight container in the fridge for up to 4-5 days before applying it to raw chicken.
- Freeze the marinade in a freezer-safe container or bag for up to 3 months, either on its own or combined with raw chicken, for easy freezer-meal prep.
- Once marinade is applied to raw chicken, refrigerate for a minimum of 30 minutes and up to 24 hours before cooking.
- Marinating between 4-12 hours is ideal for the best flavor and texture.
- To make a spicier marinade, add red pepper flakes or sriracha.
- Honey and brown sugar both work as substitutes for maple syrup.
- Use tamari or coconut aminos for gluten-free or lower-sodium options.
Nutrition
Calories: 74kcal | Carbohydrates: 17g | Protein: 2g | Fat: 0.1g | Saturated Fat: 0.03g | Polyunsaturated Fat: 0.02g | Monounsaturated Fat: 0.03g | Sodium: 1085mg | Potassium: 68mg | Fiber: 0.2g | Sugar: 16g | Vitamin A: 0.1IU | Vitamin C: 0.4mg | Calcium: 11mg | Iron: 1mg