Panda Express Teriyaki Chicken Recipe
Panda Express Teriyaki Chicken is a savory-sweet dish with juicy, pan-seared chicken thighs coated in a rich, glossy teriyaki glaze. The homemade sauce balances sweet and umami flavors, making it a perfect pairing with rice. Quick and easy, this recipe delivers restaurant-quality taste at home.
Equipment
- Non-stick skillet
- Mixing bowl
- Whisk
- Kitchen towels
- Tongs
- Cutting board
Ingredients
- 1 tbsp vegetable oil
- 1 lb boneless skinless chicken thighs
- 1 tbsp cornstarch
- 1 tsp garlic powder
- Salt and pepper
- ¼ cup soy sauce
- 1 tsp ground ginger
- ¼ cup water
- ¼ cup brown sugar
Instructions
- Pat dry the chicken thighs with kitchen towels and season them with salt and pepper.
- Heat a non-stick skillet over medium-high heat and add vegetable oil.
- Once hot, place the chicken in the pan and cook until golden brown on both sides.
- Meanwhile, in a bowl, whisk together brown sugar, soy sauce, water, garlic powder, ground ginger, and cornstarch until fully dissolved.
- When the chicken is seared, pour the sauce over it, stirring to coat evenly.
- Let it simmer for a few minutes until the sauce thickens and clings to the chicken.
- Remove from heat and let it rest briefly before slicing.
- Serve with white rice, garnished with scallions and sesame seeds.
Notes
- Marinate the chicken in half the sauce for 30 minutes before cooking.
- A cast-iron skillet can be used instead of non-stick for a better sear.
- Adjust the sauce’s sweetness by adding honey or reducing the brown sugar slightly.