Teriyaki Grilled Chicken

By AislePrompt Editorial · Published 2026-04-09 · Updated 2026-04-09

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Juicy chicken thighs glazed with a sweet-savory teriyaki marinade, grilled to caramelized perfection. This Hawaiian-inspired grilling recipe, ready in about 24 minutes, pairs chicken thighs, soy sauce, brown sugar for a weeknight-friendly dinner that comes together with one pan and minimal cleanup. Each serving lands at about 300 calories and feeds 4, so it slots cleanly into a weekly meal plan and pairs well with a quick salad or grain on the side. Tap "Plan a meal with the AI" below to drop this recipe into your week and send the ingredients straight to Instacart. Nutrition values are approximate, calculated from USDA FoodData Central (fdc.nal.usda.gov) — verify against ingredient labels for any health-driven dietary plan.

Prep: 10 min Cook: 14 min Serves 4 Hawaiian cuisine 300 cal/serving

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Ingredients

4 boneless, skinless chicken thighs
1/4 cup soy sauce
2 tbsp brown sugar
1 tbsp rice vinegar
1 tsp minced garlic
1/2 tsp grated ginger
1 tbsp sesame oil
1/4 cup chopped green onions

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Instructions

Step 1: Whisk 1/4 cup soy sauce, 2 tbsp brown sugar, 1 tbsp rice vinegar, 1 tsp minced garlic, 1/2 tsp grated ginger, and 1 tbsp sesame oil in a shallow dish until sugar dissolves.
Step 2: Add 4 boneless, skinless chicken thighs to the marinade, coating evenly. Refrigerate for 30 minutes.
Step 3: Preheat grill to 375°F. Grill chicken for 6-7 minutes per side until internal temperature reaches 165°F and glaze is caramelized, then garnish with 1/4 cup chopped green onions.