Description
A quick and flavorful Instant Pot teriyaki chicken that delivers tender bites coated in a rich, glossy sweet and savory sauce in just 15 minutes.
Ingredients
Scale
- 500 grams chicken thighs or breasts, cut into bite-sized pieces
- 1/3 cup soy sauce
- 1/4 cup honey
- 3 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 teaspoon grated ginger
- 1 tablespoon cornstarch
- 1/4 cup water
- 1 teaspoon sesame seeds
- 2 tablespoons chopped green onions
Instructions
- Preheat Your Equipment: Turn on the Instant Pot to sauté mode and let it warm slightly.
- Combine Ingredients: In a bowl, whisk together soy sauce, honey, garlic, ginger, water, and cornstarch until smooth.
- Prepare Your Cooking Vessel: Add the chicken pieces into the Instant Pot evenly.
- Assemble the Dish: Pour the sauce mixture over the chicken, ensuring all pieces are coated.
- Cook to Perfection: Close the lid, set to high pressure, and cook for 10 minutes. Perform a quick release when done.
- Finishing Touches: Switch back to sauté mode and simmer for a few minutes until the sauce thickens.
- Serve and Enjoy: Sprinkle sesame seeds and green onions on top, then serve warm.
Notes
- Use fresh garlic and ginger for the best flavor
- Adjust sweetness by reducing or increasing honey
- Do not skip cornstarch to achieve a thick sauce
- Simmer after cooking if you want a richer glaze
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 portion
- Calories: 320
- Sugar: 14g
- Sodium: 780mg
- Fat: 10g
- Saturated Fat: 2g
- Unsaturated Fat: 7g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 18g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 35g
- Cholesterol: 95mg
Keywords: instant pot teriyaki chicken, quick chicken dinner, easy teriyaki recipe, pressure cooker chicken, homemade teriyaki