Chicken Teriyaki
Tender chicken in glossy teriyaki sauce combines excellent animal protein with a much-loved Asian flavour. But the metabolic point many overlook is that traditional teriyaki sauce relies on sugar or caramelised honey with soy, which raises the meal's glycemic index (≈45) even though the chicken itself has no starch.
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💡 Smart Nutritional Guidance
Consumption advice
Eat teriyaki chicken with a generous plate of broccoli or steamed Asian vegetables rather than a mountain of white rice, to avoid a quick glucose rise from the sugar in the sauce.
Best preparation methods
At home, brush the chicken lightly with the sauce rather than drowning it, and replace half the sugar with a sweetener, using fresh ginger and garlic for a strong flavour with less free sugar.
Important Nutritional Note
If you have diabetes or are managing your weight, remember that two tablespoons of commercial teriyaki sauce can contain more than 10 grams of added sugar, so going easy on the sauce makes all the difference.
Nutrition facts
| Nutrient | Per 100 g | Per typical portion (200 g) |
|---|---|---|
| Calories | 240 kcal | 480 kcal |
| Protein | 28 g | 56 g |
| Carbohydrate | 18 g | 36 g |
| Available carbohydrate | 17 g | 34 g |
| Fat | 6 g | 12 g |
| Dietary fibre | 1 g | 2 g |
The typical portion is approximate, for comparison purposes.
Comparison & smarter alternatives
Among the foods in Asian dishes with a glycemic index (14), it ranks 4 (lowest first).
Smart alternatives from the same family:
Frequently asked questions
Is Chicken Teriyaki good for weight loss?
It can be a useful part of a weight-loss plan because it provides 11.7 g of protein per 100 kcal, and protein supports fullness. A 200 g portion gives 480 kcal.
How does Chicken Teriyaki affect blood sugar?
Its glycemic index is 45 (Low), a clinically reviewed estimate rather than a laboratory measurement. A typical 200 g portion has a glycemic load of 15.3 (Medium), so it is best combined with protein or fibre-rich vegetables.
What is the nutritional value of a typical portion of Chicken Teriyaki?
A typical 200 g portion of Chicken Teriyaki provides about 480 kcal, 56 g protein, 36 g carbohydrate, 12 g fat and 2 g fibre.
Reviewed by the WiBo Health medical team · Last reviewed 13 October 2026
Disclaimer: This guidance is for nutritional lifestyle orientation and does not constitute a diagnostic medical device under EU Regulation MDR 2017/745.