Baked Teriyaki Chicken Recipe
Ladies, let’s admit it: weeknight dinners shouldn’t feel like a sushi chef exam or an Instagram fail waiting to happen.
This baked teriyaki chicken recipe goes fully vegan, delivering glossy, sticky, sweet-savory magic without a single bird involved.
Plant-based protein soaks in rich teriyaki glaze, caramelizing beautifully while making your kitchen smell like five-star Asian fusion.
Every bite hits tangy, umami, and slightly cheeky flavor notes, giving you that “I actually know what I’m doing” confidence.
Serve for family, friends, or just yourself and watch impressed eyes glance at your perfectly sauced, guilt-free masterpiece.
Baked Teriyaki Chicken Recipe
A vegan baked teriyaki chicken featuring plant-based protein marinated in sweet, savory, sticky teriyaki glaze, baked to caramelized perfection.
Ingredients
- 2 cups seitan or extra-firm tofu pressed and sliced
- ½ cup soy sauce or tamari
- 3 tbsp maple syrup or agave
- 2 tbsp rice vinegar
- 1 tsp sesame oil
- 2 garlic cloves minced
- 1 tsp ginger grated
- 1 tsp cornstarch optional, for thickening
- ½ tsp black pepper
- 1 tbsp sesame seeds for garnish
- 2 tbsp chopped green onions for garnish
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 400°F (200°C). Lightly grease baking dish.
- In a bowl, whisk soy sauce, maple syrup, rice vinegar, sesame oil, garlic, ginger, cornstarch, and black pepper.
- Coat seitan or tofu slices evenly in teriyaki marinade; let sit 10 minutes if possible.
- Arrange slices in baking dish; pour remaining sauce over top.
- Bake 30–35 minutes, flipping halfway, until caramelized and glossy.
- Sprinkle sesame seeds and green onions before serving.
Notes
Nutritional Values (per serving)
- Calories: 280
- Total Fat: 11g
- Saturated Fat: 1.5g
- Carbohydrates: 24g
- Fiber: 4g
- Protein: 26g
Vitamins & Minerals (per serving, approx.)
- Iron: 22%
- Calcium: 15%
- Magnesium: 18%
- Potassium: 20%
- Vitamin B6: 12%
Tips to Enhance Flavor
- Marinate overnight for maximum umami depth.
- Add a splash of sriracha for subtle heat.
- Serve with steamed rice or stir-fried veggies for a full Asian-inspired meal.
