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Saucy teriyaki chicken bites

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These Saucy Teriyaki Chicken Bites are packed with sweet, savoury flavour and coated in a rich, sticky homemade teriyaki sauce. Quick to prepare and made with simple ingredients, they’re perfect for busy weeknight dinners, meal prep lunches, on a buffet, or an easy fakeaway-style meal at home. Serve them over fluffy rice, noodles, or vegetables for a satisfying dish that’s sure to be a hit with the whole family. Tender, juicy, and bursting with flavour, this is one recipe you’ll want to make again and again.

Serving Suggestions for Saucy Teriyaki Chicken Bites

  • Steamed Rice — Serve over fluffy steamed rice to soak up the rich, sweet and savoury teriyaki sauce.
  • Egg Fried Rice — Pair with egg fried rice for an easy takeaway-inspired meal at home.
  • Stir-Fried Vegetables — Add broccoli, peppers, carrots, and mangetout for a balanced and colourful dinner.
  • Noodle Bowl — Serve with noodles tossed in sesame oil and spring onions for a satisfying meal.
  • Asian Slaw — Pair with a crunchy cabbage and carrot slaw to contrast the sticky sauce.
  • Sesame Green Beans — Serve alongside sesame-tossed green beans for a simple vegetable side.
  • Bao Buns — Spoon into soft bao buns with cucumber and spring onions for a fun sharing dish.
  • Lettuce Wraps — Wrap in crisp lettuce leaves for a lighter option with plenty of freshness.
  • Cucumber Salad — Serve with a refreshing cucumber salad to balance the sweet teriyaki glaze.
  • Party Platter — Present with cocktail sticks and a sprinkle of sesame seeds as an easy party appetiser

Variations for Saucy Teriyaki Chicken Bites

  • Spicy Teriyaki Chicken Bites — Add sriracha or chilli flakes to the sauce for a sweet and spicy flavour combination.
  • Honey Teriyaki Chicken Bites — Replace some of the sugar with honey for a richer sweetness and extra glaze.
  • Sesame Teriyaki Chicken Bites — Stir toasted sesame seeds into the sauce and sprinkle extra on top before serving.
  • Pineapple Teriyaki Chicken Bites — Add pineapple chunks for a tropical twist that pairs perfectly with the sweet teriyaki sauce.
  • Garlic Teriyaki Chicken Bites — Increase the garlic for a more savoury and aromatic flavour profile.
  • Ginger Teriyaki Chicken Bites — Add extra fresh ginger to enhance the sauce with warm, zesty notes.
  • Teriyaki Chicken and Veg Bites — Stir-fry peppers, broccoli, and mangetout with the chicken for a complete meal.
  • Sticky Teriyaki Chicken Bites — Simmer the sauce for longer to create an extra thick, glossy coating.
  • Teriyaki Chicken Skewers — Thread the chicken onto skewers before cooking for an easy barbecue or party option.
  • Mushroom Teriyaki Chicken Bites — Add sliced mushrooms for extra texture and a savoury umami boost.
  • Teriyaki Chicken Rice Bowl — Serve over rice with avocado, cucumber, and edamame for a satisfying bowl meal.
  • Crunchy Teriyaki Chicken Bites — Coat the chicken in panko breadcrumbs before cooking for a crispy exterior.
  • Teriyaki Chicken and Noodles — Toss the finished chicken with noodles and stir-fried vegetables for a quick dinner.
  • Teriyaki Chicken Lettuce Wraps — Serve the chicken in crisp lettuce leaves for a lighter, fresh alternative.

Saucy teriyaki chicken bites

Saucy teriyaki chicken bites are coated in a rich, sweet and savoury glaze, creating a quick, flavour-packed dish that's perfect for weeknight dinners or sharing.
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Prep Time 5 minutes
Cook Time 25 minutes
Course Dinner
Cuisine Japanese
Servings 4 people

Equipment

  • frying pan
  • 3 small bowls (for chicken, cornflour and teriyaki sauce)

Ingredients
  

  • 1 tbsp vegetable oil
  • 3 chicken breasts, cut into bite size bites
  • 1 tsp paprika
  • ½ tsp garlic granules
  • ½ tsp onion granules

Sauce

  • 16 tbsp teriyaki sauce
  • 120 ml chicken stock
  • 2 tbsp honey
  • 2 tbsp soy sauce
  • 1 tbsp garlic paste
  • ½ tbsp ginger paste
  • 2 tsp sesame oil
  • 3 tsp cornflour, mixed with 4 tbsp water
  • Sprinkle of sesame seeds on top
  • 2 spring onions, sliced

Optional

  • 1 tsp chilli flakes, more if you want it spicier , or
  • 1 tbsp siracha, more if you want it spicier

Instructions
 

  • In a small bowl, add all the the sauce ingredients together and set aside.
  • In a bowl, season the chicken with paprika, garlic and onion granules and combine together.
  • Heat the oil in a frying pan, add the chicken and fry until cooked through.
  • Pour in the sauce and cook until the sauce begins to thicken. If you want a spicier sauce, add your chilli flakes or siracha sauce now.
  • Serve immediately with sesame seeds and springs onions sprinkled on top with rice and shop bought prawn crackers.