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Instant Pot Teriyaki Chicken (15 Minutes)

Instant Pot Teriyaki Chicken (15 Minutes)

  • Author: Charlotte
  • Prep Time: 5 minutes
  • Cook Time: 10 minutes
  • Total Time: 15 minutes
  • Yield: 4 servings 1x
  • Category: Main Course
  • Method: Instant Pot
  • Cuisine: Asian-Inspired
  • Diet: Low Lactose

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

  1. Preheat Your Equipment: Turn on the Instant Pot to sauté mode and let it warm slightly.
  2. Combine Ingredients: In a bowl, whisk together soy sauce, honey, garlic, ginger, water, and cornstarch until smooth.
  3. Prepare Your Cooking Vessel: Add the chicken pieces into the Instant Pot evenly.
  4. Assemble the Dish: Pour the sauce mixture over the chicken, ensuring all pieces are coated.
  5. Cook to Perfection: Close the lid, set to high pressure, and cook for 10 minutes. Perform a quick release when done.
  6. Finishing Touches: Switch back to sauté mode and simmer for a few minutes until the sauce thickens.
  7. 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