Low Calorie Teriyaki Chicken that ACTUALLY tastes GOOD!
Low Calorie Teriyaki Chicken that ACTUALLY tastes GOOD! is a easy Japanese recipe that serves 4. 210 calories per serving. Recipe by ice.karimcooks on YouTube.
Prep: 10 min | Cook: 16 min | Total: 31 min
Cost: $7.25 total, $1.81 per serving
Ingredients
- 1.5 pounds Boneless Skinless Chicken Breast (cut into bite‑size pieces or strips)
- 1 cup Soy Sauce (low‑sodium preferred)
- 2 tablespoons Brown Sugar (or 2 tbsp Swerve granulated sugar for reduced calories)
- 2 tablespoons Rice Vinegar (adds acidity)
- 2 tablespoons Water (dilutes the sauce)
- 2 cloves Garlic (minced)
- 1 teaspoon Ginger Paste (fresh or jarred)
- 1 teaspoon Honey (optional, for extra gloss)
- 1 tablespoon Cornstarch (mixed with 2 tbsp water to form slurry)
Instructions
Prepare the Sauce
In a mixing bowl combine soy sauce, brown sugar (or Swerve), rice vinegar, water, minced garlic, ginger paste, and honey. Stir until the sugar dissolves.
Time: PT5M
Make the Cornstarch Slurry
In a small bowl whisk together cornstarch and 2 tablespoons cold water until smooth; set aside.
Time: PT1M
Coat the Chicken
Pat chicken pieces dry with paper towels, then toss them in the prepared sauce until evenly coated.
Time: PT3M
Pre‑heat Air Fryer
Set the air fryer to 400°F (200°C) and let it pre‑heat for 2 minutes.
Time: PT2M
Temperature: 400°F
Air Fry the Chicken
Arrange the coated chicken in a single layer in the air fryer basket. Air fry for 13–15 minutes, shaking or turning halfway through.
Time: PT15M
Temperature: 400°F
Add Slurry and Finish
After the initial cooking, drizzle the cornstarch slurry over the chicken, then air fry for an additional 2–3 minutes until the sauce thickens and clings.
Time: PT3M
Temperature: 400°F
Rest and Serve
Remove chicken, let rest 2 minutes, then serve over steamed rice or vegetables.
Time: PT2M
Nutrition Facts
- Calories
- 210
- Protein
- 25 g
- Carbohydrates
- 12 g
- Fat
- 5 g
- Fiber
- 0 g
Dietary info: Low‑Calorie, Gluten‑Free if using tamari, High‑Protein
Allergens: Soy, Honey
Last updated: April 18, 2026






