Homemade Teriyaki Chicken Mini Burgers

These savory teriyaki chicken burgers feature tenderized, soy-glazed chicken topped with crisp lettuce, tomato, and melted cheese on a toasted sesame bun.

Ingredients

• 2 chicken breasts
• 2 tbsp soy sauce
• 1 tbsp light soy sauce
• 1 tbsp oyster sauce
• 2 tbsp honey
• 1 tbsp dark soy sauce
• 3 tbsp water
• 2 hamburger buns
• 2 lettuce leaves
• 2 tomato slices
• 2 cheese slices
• to taste ketchup
• 1 tbsp cooking oil

Instructions

1. 1Slice the chicken breast

   

   Place the chicken breast on a wooden cutting board and carefully slice it into thin, even pieces. Consistent thickness ensures the chicken cooks evenly during the pan-frying process.

   Tip: Slicing the chicken against the grain will result in a more tender texture.
2. 2Tenderize the chicken

   

   Use the back of a large, heavy kitchen knife to gently pound and tenderize the chicken slices. This technique breaks down muscle fibers, ensuring the chicken remains soft and juicy after cooking.

   Tip: Apply gentle pressure to avoid tearing the meat while tenderizing.
3. 3Marinate the chicken

   

   In a bowl with the sliced chicken, pour in soy sauce, light soy sauce, oyster sauce, and a touch of honey. Mix thoroughly and let it marinate for at least 15 minutes to allow the flavors to penetrate the meat.

   Tip: Letting it marinate for longer, even up to an hour, will deepen the savory profile of the chicken.
4. 4Pan-fry the chicken

   

   Heat a frying pan with a little oil over medium heat. Add the marinated chicken slices and cook until they turn golden brown on both sides, ensuring they are fully cooked through.

   Tip: Avoid overcrowding the pan so that the chicken browns properly instead of steaming.
5. 5Glaze with teriyaki sauce

   

   Once the chicken is browned, pour the prepared teriyaki sauce (a mixture of light soy sauce, dark soy sauce, oyster sauce, honey, and water) over the chicken. Allow it to simmer for a short while until the sauce thickens and coats the meat evenly.

   Tip: Watch the sauce closely, as the honey can cause it to burn quickly if the heat is too high.
6. 6Prepare the bun

   

   Take the bottom half of a toasted sesame seed bun and squeeze a generous amount of ketchup onto it as a base layer for your burger.

   Tip: Toast the buns lightly before adding sauce to keep them from becoming soggy.
7. 7Assemble the burger base

   

   Take the bottom half of the burger bun and spread a layer of ketchup onto it. Place a fresh, crisp lettuce leaf on top of the ketchup to provide a crunchy base for the chicken.

   Tip: Pat the lettuce dry after washing to ensure the bun doesnt get soggy.
8. 8Stack the burger ingredients

   

   Place the cooked teriyaki chicken patty onto the lettuce-covered bottom bun. Add a fresh slice of tomato and a slice of cheese on top to complete the burger assembly.

   Tip: Use a warm patty to help the cheese slice melt slightly for a better texture.

Storage & Reheating

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