Chicken Teriyaki (Japan)

Chicken Teriyaki is a classic Japanese dish where chicken is grilled or pan-fried and glazed with a sweet and savory sauce made from soy sauce, mirin, and sugar. It's a staple in Japanese home cooking and restaurants, often served with steamed rice and vegetables.

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🍽️ Nutrition at a glance

This dish is a good source of protein from the chicken, but the teriyaki sauce adds carbohydrates from sugar and some fat from the cooking oil. A typical serving (around 150-200g of chicken with sauce) can range from 300 to 400 calories.

Nutrition breakdown

Calories	350 kcal
Protein	30 g
Carbs	15 g
Fat	18 g
Fiber	1 g
Sugar	10 g
Sodium	800 mg
Iron	2 mg
Calcium	30 mg
Potassium	350 mg
Vitamin B6	0.5 mg
Vitamin B12	0.3 mcg
Phosphorus	250 mg
Niacin (B3)	8 mg
Selenium	25 mcg

Per 1 cup (240 g) · estimated, varies by recipe

💡 What's interesting

The word 'teriyaki' refers to the cooking method itself—'teri' means luster or shine from the glaze, and 'yaki' means grilled or broiled. Nutritionally, the glaze provides a quick energy boost from its sugars, making it a popular choice for a satisfying and flavorful meal.