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Flavorful Teriyaki Chicken Thighs Recipe with Easy Sesame Green Beans

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This quick and easy recipe features juicy, crispy chicken thighs glazed with a homemade teriyaki sauce, paired with fresh, crunchy sesame green beans. Perfect for a comforting weeknight dinner that’s both satisfying and flavorful.

Ingredients

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  • 4 boneless, skin-on chicken thighs (about 1.5 lbs / 700g)
  • 1/2 cup (120 ml) low sodium soy sauce
  • 2 tablespoons (30 g) brown sugar
  • 3 cloves garlic, minced
  • 1 tablespoon (6 g) fresh ginger, grated
  • 1 tablespoon (15 ml) rice vinegar
  • 2 teaspoons toasted sesame oil (divided)
  • 1 lb (450 g) fresh green beans, trimmed
  • 1 tablespoon toasted sesame seeds
  • Optional: sliced scallions for garnish

Instructions

  1. Prepare the Teriyaki Marinade: In a mixing bowl, whisk together soy sauce, brown sugar, minced garlic, grated ginger, rice vinegar, and 1 teaspoon sesame oil. Set aside.
  2. Marinate the Chicken Thighs: Pat chicken thighs dry with paper towels. Place in the marinade and turn to coat. Let sit for 15-20 minutes at room temperature.
  3. Prepare the Green Beans: Trim green beans and rinse. Toast sesame seeds in a dry skillet over medium heat for 2-3 minutes until golden and fragrant. Set aside.
  4. Cook the Chicken: Heat a large skillet or cast iron pan over medium-high heat. Add 1 teaspoon sesame oil and swirl to coat. Place chicken thighs skin-side down and cook for 6-7 minutes without moving. Flip and cook another 5 minutes or until internal temperature reaches 165°F (74°C). Remove and tent with foil.
  5. Make the Teriyaki Sauce: Pour marinade into the same skillet and simmer over medium heat for 3-4 minutes until slightly thickened, stirring occasionally.
  6. Glaze the Chicken: Return chicken to the pan and spoon sauce over each thigh. Cook for 1 more minute, turning to coat evenly. Add water if sauce is too thick.
  7. Sauté the Green Beans: In a separate pan, heat 1 teaspoon sesame oil over medium-high heat. Add green beans and toss frequently for 5-6 minutes until tender-crisp. Season with salt and pepper. Sprinkle toasted sesame seeds over beans and toss to combine.
  8. Serve: Plate teriyaki chicken thighs with sesame green beans. Garnish with sliced scallions if desired.

Notes

Drying the chicken skin before cooking is crucial for crispiness. Keep the pan hot but not smoking. Let the sauce reduce naturally without stirring too vigorously. Toast sesame seeds gently to avoid burning. Reheat chicken in a skillet to maintain crispy skin. Green beans are best fresh but can be quickly sautéed again to refresh.

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Keywords: teriyaki chicken, chicken thighs, sesame green beans, easy dinner, weeknight meal, quick recipe, homemade teriyaki sauce

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