Transform an ordinary chicken dinner into a delicious, flavorful alternative with this easy recipe.  Teriyaki sauce adds the perfect smooth, light flavor.

INGREDIENTS:

1 Lb. Chicken thighs

2 tbsp. Extra Virgin Olive Oil

Salt and freshly ground pepper

FOR TERIYAKI SAUCE

7 tablespoons Japanese dark soy sauce

3 tablespoons sugar

7 tablespoons Mirin

7 tablespoons  Saké 

1 scallion finely chopped (optional) 

STEPS:

In saucepan, combine the soy sauce, mirin, sake, sugar and bring to a boil until the sugar is dissolved. Let cool and add the chopped scallion.

Store in the refrigerator.

Pat-dry the chicken thighs with paper towel and season with salt and freshly ground pepper on both side.

First, start marinating the chicken with the homemade Teriyaki sauce using a zip bag for at least 1 hour and then refrigerate. 

Remove the chicken thighs from the refrigerator 10 minutes in advance.

In sautéed pan over high heat, add oil and start searing with the skin side facing down for about 2 to 3 minutes or until golden brown.

Transfer to a baking dish and generously coat the chicken on both sides with teriyaki sauce using a brush and cook for about 10 minutes or until the internal temperature registers 165 F.

Serve hot.