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Chicken teriyaki

From the video “Very Good Chicken Teriyaki Recipe (Chef Tested)” by Brian Lagerstrom. RecipesMD is not affiliated with Brian Lagerstrom. Steps are in our own words.

Machine-read from the video · not yet checked by a personMediumFine for a weeknight
Not spicy
Total time
~10 min
est.
Serves
~2
est.
Cost
~$1.98*
per serving, Ontario (~3 portions assumed)save ~$15.02* vs ordering out
Difficulty
Medium
Ingredients
9

Ingredients

  • No pork

May contain gluten, soy, sesame

Read from the ingredient list. Check packaging if you have an allergy.

The video doesn’t say how many this serves, so amounts are shown as made in the video.

Ontario grocery estimate*

~$5.94*for the batch in the video
~$1.98*per serving

You save about ~$15.02* per serving (88% less*) than ordering it out — ~$45.06* for ~3 portions.

Order out = a typical Ontario chicken teriyaki plate, before delivery fees, tax and tip.

4 ingredients priced from Ontario averages · 3 predicted from typical costs · not priced: sake

* Estimate, not a quote: 3 line(s) we couldn't price were filled with typical costs for their type; the video doesn't state how many it serves, so 3 portions were assumed; restaurant comparison is a typical Ontario chicken teriyaki plate at ~$17, before delivery fees, tax and tip. Prices: Ontario averages (StatCan 2026-07) + RecipesMD estimates, pro-rated, staples excluded.

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Nutrition & health

Nutrition per serving496 kcal · 25% of 2,000
Fat21 g27%
Saturated fat5.8 g29%
Sodium2,042 mg89%
Carbohydrate40 g15%
Fiber0.3 g1%
Total sugars36 gno daily value
Added sugars35 g71%
Protein24 g48%

Estimate from the ingredient list — not dietary advice. % Daily Value uses FDA reference amounts; 5% or less is low, 20% or more is high. Added sugars are counted from sweeteners and sweet sauces in the list.

Health indexTreat
  • Starting point60
  • Protein+20 of 20
  • Fiber+1 of 20
  • Saturated fat−12 of 20
  • Sodium−20 of 20
  • Added sugars (estimate)−20 of 20

RecipesMD health index — an estimate from the ingredient list, not medical or dietary advice

From 5 of 6 ingredient lines (100% of the measured weight), divided into 2 servings (estimated: 255 g protein foods at ~170 g per serving; model check 2 agrees). Not counted because the video gives no amount: salt, cooking oil, medium grain rice, sesame seeds. Source: USDA FoodData Central SR Legacy (2018-04, public domain) + 4 Branded Foods records.

Equipment

  • wire rack
  • baking sheet
  • paring knife
  • cutting board
  • non-stick pan
  • heavy saucepan
  • spatula
  • pastry brush
  • chef's knife

What the video didn’t say

  • Exact number of servings (estimated 2)
  • Total preparation and cooking time
  • Exact amount of oil used for searing
  • Exact amount of salt used
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Read from the public video by gemini-3.5-flash on 2026-10-02. Thumbnail and video are Brian Lagerstrom’s, shown through YouTube’s official embed.

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Frequently asked questions

Everything you need to know about Chicken teriyaki

What makes Brian Lagerstrom's Chicken teriyaki recipe and technique special?

Brian Lagerstrom's take on Chicken teriyaki focuses on home kitchen precision, balancing Asian-inspired flavors with an estimated under 30 minutes total preparation time. Crucial step: Start skin-side down in cold pan for even crispy rendering. Every step is timestamped to the exact second in the video so you can follow along hands-free.

How much does it cost to make Chicken teriyaki at Ontario grocery prices?

Based on Statistics Canada benchmark consumer food pricing, this Chicken teriyaki recipe costs approximately economical home-cooked pricing per serving (yielding 2 to 4 portions). Home cooking saves an estimated 60% to 75% compared to ordering takeout at a restaurant.

Can I make Chicken teriyaki ahead of time or store leftovers?

Yes. Leftover Chicken teriyaki can be refrigerated in an airtight container for 3 to 4 days. If the recipe contains delicate leafy greens or dressed ingredients, keep the dressing separate until ready to serve to maintain crisp texture.

What substitutions can I make in Brian Lagerstrom's Chicken teriyaki?

This recipe utilizes approximately 9 ingredients across 12 steps. For gluten-free adaptations, swap regular soy sauce or flour with tamari or cornstarch. For vegetarian adaptations, replace meat proteins with extra-firm tofu, mushrooms, or legumes while preserving the aromatics.

Where can I watch the video tutorial for Chicken teriyaki?

The official cooking video by Brian Lagerstrom is embedded directly on RecipesMD, featuring video timeline scrubbing that jumps directly to each step, adjustable playback speeds, and Kitchen Mode.