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Jidori Chicken Recipe

Jidori Chicken Recipe

This Jidori Chicken recipe features tender, marinated chicken breasts seared to perfection in a savory soy, mirin, and sake glaze. Garnished with sesame seeds and green onions, it’s a Japanese-inspired dish that’s simple enough for weeknights but impressive enough for dinner parties.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 10 minutes
Total Time 20 minutes
Servings: 4
Course: Main Course
Cuisine: Japanese
Calories: 310
Ingredients Video Notes

Ingredients
  

Chicken & Marinade Ingredients

  • 4 Jidori chicken breasts (boneless and skinless)
  • 2 tbsp soy sauce
  • 2 tbsp mirin (Japanese sweet rice wine)
  • 1 tbsp sake (Japanese rice wine)
  • 1 tbsp sugar
  • 2 tbsp vegetable oil
  • Salt and pepper (to taste)
  • Green onions (chopped, for garnish)
  • Sesame seeds (toasted, for garnish)

Notes

Required Kitchen Tools

Cooking Jidori chicken is simple, but having the right tools makes the process smoother and ensures even cooking.
  • Sharp Chef's Knife – To trim and portion the chicken breasts.
  • Mixing Bowl – For whisking together the soy sauce, mirin, sake, and sugar marinade.
  • Ziplock Bag or Glass Dish – To marinate the chicken evenly.
  • Cast Iron Skillet or Nonstick Pan – Provides even heat for that perfect golden sear.
  • Tongs – To flip the chicken without piercing and losing juices.
  • Meat Thermometer – Optional, but useful to check doneness (165°F internal temp).
Having these essentials ready ensures a seamless cooking experience.