Gluten-Free Baked Teriyaki Chicken

For a healthier take on a classic dish, try this gluten-free baked teriyaki chicken recipe. After being baked to perfection, the chicken breasts are marinated in a tasty homemade teriyaki sauce. The meat is juicy and tender, and the glaze is sticky, sweet, and savory. What a simple and tasty dish that will surely please your taste buds

Ingredients:

• 4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts
• 1/2 cup gluten-free soy sauce or tamari
• 1/4 cup honey
• 2 tablespoons rice vinegar
• 2 cloves garlic, minced
• 1 teaspoon grated ginger
• 1 tablespoon cornstarch
• 2 tablespoons water
• Sesame seeds and chopped green onions for garnish optional

Instructions:

Preheat your oven to 400F 200C

In a small saucepan, combine the gluten-free soy sauce or tamari, honey, rice vinegar, minced garlic, and grated ginger over medium heat

Bring to a simmer and cook for 2-3 minutes, stirring occasionally

In a small bowl, mix the cornstarch and water until smooth to create a slurry

Pour the slurry into the saucepan with the teriyaki sauce and whisk until well combined

Cook for another 1-2 minutes until the sauce thickens

Remove from heat and let it cool slightly

Place the chicken breasts in a baking dish and pour half of the teriyaki sauce over them, making sure they are evenly coated

Bake the chicken in the preheated oven for 20-25 minutes or until cooked through, basting occasionally with the remaining teriyaki sauce

Once the chicken is cooked, remove it from the oven and let it rest for a few minutes

Garnish with sesame seeds and chopped green onions if desired, then serve hot

Enjoy your delicious gluten-free baked teriyaki chicken