Grilled Teriyaki Chicken Tenders

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My aunt shared this basic teriyaki marinade for chicken tenders with me 40 years ago. Her original recipe called for a lot more sugar and soy sauce. I have tweaked it over the years to get the flavor we love.

chicken teriyaki chicken tenders on plate
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Prep Time:
10 mins
Cook Time:
10 mins
Additional Time:
1 hr
Total Time:
1 hr 20 mins
Servings:
4
Yield:
4 servings

Ingredients

  • ½ cup soy sauce

  • cup water

  • ¼ cup rice wine vinegar

  • 2 tablespoons brown sugar

  • 1 teaspoon ground ginger

  • 1 clove garlic, smashed

  • 1 dash Worcestershire sauce

  • 1 (16 ounce) package boneless, skinless chicken tenders

Directions

  1. Whisk soy sauce, water, vinegar, brown sugar, ginger, garlic, and Worcestershire sauce together in a bowl and pour into a 1-gallon resealable plastic bag. Add chicken tenders, coat with the marinade, squeeze out excess air, and seal the bag. Marinate in the refrigerator for at least 1 hour, or up to 4 hours.

  2. Preheat an outdoor grill for medium heat and lightly oil the grate.

  3. Remove chicken from the marinade and shake off excess. Discard the remaining marinade.

  4. Place chicken on the grill and cook until no longer pink in the center and the juices run clear, 3 to 4 minutes per side. An instant-read thermometer inserted into the center should read at least 165 degrees F (74 degrees C).

Cook's Note:

For a thicker marinade, you can add 1 teaspoon cornstarch to the marinade ingredients and cook on the stovetop until thickened. For even more flavor, save some of the marinade (before chicken is added) and use to brush on while grilling.

Editor's Note:

Nutrition data for this recipe includes the full amount of marinade ingredients. The actual amount of marinade consumed will vary.

Nutrition Facts (per serving)

169 Calories
3g Fat
10g Carbs
25g Protein
Nutrition Facts
Servings Per Recipe 4
Calories 169
% Daily Value *
Total Fat 3g 3%
Saturated Fat 1g 4%
Cholesterol 64mg 21%
Sodium 1863mg 81%
Total Carbohydrate 10g 4%
Dietary Fiber 0g 1%
Total Sugars 7g
Protein 25g 51%
Vitamin C 0mg 0%
Calcium 26mg 2%
Iron 2mg 8%
Potassium 280mg 6%

* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet. Your daily values may be higher or lower depending on your calorie needs.

** Nutrient information is not available for all ingredients. Amount is based on available nutrient data.

(-) Information is not currently available for this nutrient. If you are following a medically restrictive diet, please consult your doctor or registered dietitian before preparing this recipe for personal consumption.

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