Honey-Ginger Teriyaki Chicken Tenders
Elevate your weeknight dinner with these Honey-Ginger Teriyaki Chicken Tenders that are quick and easy to prepare yet bursting with flavor! Adapted from the popular 'Help! My Apartment Has A Kitchen' cookbook, this recipe combines the rich umami of soy sauce with the sweetness of dark brown sugar and honey, and the aromatic warmth of ginger and garlic. Perfectly marinated and broiled to perfection, these chicken tenders are both tender and juicy, making them an ideal option for any night of the week. Serve with steamed rice or a fresh salad for a complete meal.
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Servings
200
Calories
7
Ingredients
Ingredients
Soy Sauce
3 tablespoons (none)
Dark Brown Sugar
2 tablespoons (none)
Corn Oil
1 tablespoon (none)
Ground Ginger
1/2 teaspoon (none)
Garlic Powder
1/2 teaspoon (none)
Black Pepper
1/8 teaspoon (none)
Boneless Chicken Breast Halves
2 (about 10 ounces) (Cut into strips)
Instructions
1
In a medium bowl, whisk together the soy sauce, dark brown sugar, corn oil, ground ginger, garlic powder, and black pepper until the sugar is dissolved and the mixture is well combined.
2
Cut the chicken breasts into strips for even cooking. Add the chicken strips to the marinade, ensuring they are well coated. Cover and refrigerate for 1 to 2 hours to allow flavors to meld.
3
Once the marinating time is complete, preheat your broiler. Adjust the top oven rack to the highest position, just below the broiling unit for optimal cooking.
4
Remove the chicken from the marinade, letting any excess marinade drip off. Discard the remaining marinade. Arrange the chicken strips in a single layer on a baking sheet or thread them onto skewers.
5
Broil the chicken strips for 3 to 4 minutes per side, or until they are fully cooked (clear juices should run when pierced) and lightly caramelized on the edges. Serve immediately and enjoy!
Nutrition Information
5
Fat
15
Carbs
20
Protein
7.5
Sugar
Frequently Asked Questions
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Honey-Ginger Teriyaki Chicken Tenders?
It is a quick and easy weeknight dinner featuring chicken strips marinated in a sweet and savory sauce made with soy sauce, ginger, and garlic, then broiled until tender.
How many calories are in a serving of this recipe?
Each serving contains approximately 200 calories.
What are the primary ingredients in the marinade?
The marinade consists of soy sauce, dark brown sugar, corn oil, ground ginger, garlic powder, and black pepper.
How long should I marinate the chicken?
The chicken should be marinated in the refrigerator for 1 to 2 hours to allow the flavors to meld.
How much protein is in this dish?
This recipe provides 20 grams of protein per serving.
What is the fat content for this recipe?
There are 5 grams of fat per serving.
How many carbohydrates does it contain?
There are 15 grams of carbohydrates per serving.
How much sugar is in these chicken tenders?
There are 7.5 grams of sugar per serving.
What type of chicken should I use?
The recipe calls for 2 boneless chicken breast halves, roughly 10 ounces in total.
How should the chicken be prepared before marinating?
The chicken breasts should be cut into strips for even cooking and better surface area for the marinade.
What is the recommended cooking method?
The chicken is cooked by broiling it on the highest oven rack position.
How long does it take to broil the chicken?
Broil the chicken strips for 3 to 4 minutes per side.
What temperature should the oven rack be set to?
The oven should be set to broil, and the top rack should be at its highest position just below the heating unit.
Does this recipe contain fiber?
No, this recipe contains 0 grams of fiber.
What oil is used in the marinade?
The recipe specifies using 1 tablespoon of corn oil.
What can I serve with these chicken tenders?
They are best served with steamed rice or a fresh salad for a complete meal.
How do I know when the chicken is fully cooked?
The chicken is done when the clear juices run when pierced and the edges are lightly caramelized.
Should I keep the leftover marinade?
No, any excess marinade that has touched raw chicken should be discarded.
Is this recipe considered an Asian-style dish?
Yes, it is tagged as an Asian recipe due to its use of soy sauce, ginger, and teriyaki flavors.
How much soy sauce is required?
The recipe requires 3 tablespoons of soy sauce.
How much dark brown sugar is used?
You will need 2 tablespoons of dark brown sugar.
What kind of ginger is needed?
The recipe calls for 1/2 teaspoon of ground ginger.
How much garlic powder is used?
Use 1/2 teaspoon of garlic powder.
Can I cook these chicken strips on skewers?
Yes, you can either arrange them in a single layer on a baking sheet or thread them onto skewers before broiling.
Is this recipe easy to make for beginners?
Yes, it is tagged as an easy dinner and quick meal, originally adapted from a cookbook for apartment kitchens.
How many ingredients are in this recipe total?
There are 7 total ingredients.
What is the source of this recipe?
It was adapted from the 'Help! My Apartment Has A Kitchen' cookbook.
Does the recipe use honey?
While the title includes 'Honey', the ingredient list focuses on dark brown sugar for the sweetness.
How much black pepper is added?
The recipe uses 1/8 teaspoon of black pepper.
What should I do with the marinade ingredients initially?
Whisk them together in a medium bowl until the sugar is dissolved and the mixture is well combined.