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Pomegranate Gummies

| After School Snacks, No-bake Sweets, Members only

These pomegranate gummies are a simple, nourishing alternative to store-bought lollies and a lovely way to include gelatin in a form that both kids and adults genuinely enjoy. They’re lightly sweet, naturally beautiful in colour and easy to make with just a handful of ingredients. I often recommend recipes like this when families want to…

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Coconut Lime Bitters (mocktail)

| Drinks & Smoothies, Holidays & Entertaining, Members only

This coconut lime bitters is one of those simple, refreshing drinks that instantly feels special, even though it’s incredibly easy to make. After my son ordered it at a restaurant, it quickly became a regular at home and for good reason. It’s crisp, hydrating and has that subtle grown-up bitterness that makes it feel like…

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Roasted Root Vegetables

| Vegetarian, Members only, Side dishes

Roasting vegetables is one of the easiest ways to get dinner on the table, but instead of sticking with plain potatoes every time, adding a mix of root vegetables is such a simple way to dramatically extend the nutrient profile of the meal without adding any extra prep time. The different coloured vegetables in these…

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Healthy Thousand Island Dressing

| Sauces and Dressings, Members only

This Healthy Thousand Island Dressing recipe is a lighter, whole-food take on the classic, with all the creamy, tangy goodness you expect but without the heaviness of traditional versions. It’s quick to throw together, made with simple pantry ingredients, and works beautifully as a dressing, dip or sauce. Health benefits The yoghurt contributes beneficial bacteria…

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Italian Beef Brisket

| Budget Friendly, Make-ahead Meals, Red Meat, Freezable Meals, Slow Cooked, Members only

This Italian beef brisket is one of those slow-cooked meals that feels both deeply nourishing and effortlessly elegant. It’s the kind of recipe I turn to when I want something grounding, comforting and incredibly satisfying without needing a long ingredient list or complicated prep. Gentle herbs, slow heat and time do all the work here,…

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Mango Strawberry Ice Blocks

| After School Snacks, Ice-blocks, Members only

These mango strawberry ice blocks are a simple, nourishing frozen treat that feel like summer in a mould. They are naturally sweet, have a sherbet-y flavour, are quick to make and a great way to use fresh or frozen fruit while offering a gentle protein boost from kefir or yoghurt. I love these as an…

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Teriyaki Chicken (oven baked)

| Budget Friendly, Make-ahead Meals, Chicken

This oven baked chicken teriyaki is one of those simple, dependable recipes that delivers big rewards for very little effort. Baking it in the oven allows the sauce to thicken and caramelise naturally while the chicken skin becomes beautifully crisp, giving you that delicious sweet-savoury teriyaki result without standing over a pan. It’s a practical, family-friendly meal that works just as well for a weeknight dinner as it does for meal prep. It’s become one of my go-to favourite recipes because it’s quick to make and has a super easy clean-up!

Health benefits

Chicken thighs are an excellent source of protein, iron and zinc, all essential for energy, immune support and muscle repair. The easy homemade teriyaki sauce uses tamari instead of soy sauce keeping the recipe gluten-free, along with other clean and healthy pantry staples there’s no need for expensive, additive laden jars of sauce. Based on 4 serves, each serve provides approximately 38 g protein. Pairing this dish with rice and plenty of vegetables helps round out the meal with fibre and additional micronutrients to support digestion and overall wellbeing.

Ingredients

This simple recipe combines skin-on chicken thighs with a simple homemade teriyaki-style sauce made from tamari, natural sweeteners, fresh ginger and garlic, sesame oil and a small amount of starch to help the sauce thicken as it bakes. The result is a glossy, caramelised coating made with simple ingredients that clings beautifully to the chicken without relying on bottled sauces.

How to make chicken teriyaki (oven baked)

To make this oven baked chicken teriyaki, the sauce ingredients are mixed until smooth, then used to coat the chicken either straight away or after a short marinade if time allows. The chicken is baked in a hot oven until cooked through, with the skin crisp and the sauce reduced into a sticky glaze around the meat. Using a heavy oven-proof pan or skillet or baking dish helps the sauce caramelise evenly and intensifies the overall result.

Serving suggestions and how to store

Serve these baked teriyaki chicken thighs over steamed rice with a generous side of salad or vegetables such as broccoli, green beans or bok choy to balance the richness of the sauce. Leftovers store well in an airtight container in the fridge for up to three days and reheat easily in the oven or on the stovetop with a splash of water to loosen the sauce.

Vary this chicken teriyaki (oven baked)

This recipe works beautifully with chicken marylands or drumsticks, and skin-off thighs can be used if preferred, though you’ll miss the crisp skin. If you prefer a milder flavour, reduce the ginger and garlic slightly, or add a splash of citrus at the end for freshness. You can also use honey instead of rice malt syrup if you are needing a grain-free sauce.

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Oven baked chicken teriyaki with crispy skin & a naturally caramelised sauce. A simple, high-protein, gluten-free dinner the family will love.
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5 from 2 votes

Teriyaki Chicken (oven baked)

Oven baked chicken teriyaki with crispy skin and a naturally caramelised sauce. A simple, high-protein, gluten-free dinner the whole family will love.
Prep Time10 minutes
Cook Time30 minutes
Total Time40 minutes
Course: Main Course
Servings: 4
Author: Georgia Harding

Ingredients

  • 800 g skin on chicken thigh

Sauce

  • 60 ml tamari
  • 2 tbsp coconut sugar or rapadura
  • 2 tbsp rice malt syrup or honey
  • 1 tbsp ginger root – finely grated
  • 3 clove/s garlic – minced
  • 1 tsp sesame oil
  • 1 tsp arrowroot or tapioca starch

Serve

  • Rice, quinoa or cauliflower rice (to serve)
Metric – US Customary

Instructions

  • In a small bowl, combine all of the sauce ingredients. Add the tamari, sugar, rice malt syrup, ginger, garlic, sesame oil and arrowroot or tapioca flour, then mix until smooth and well combined.
  • You can either marinate the chicken in the sauce for extra flavour or cook it straight away. If marinating, toss the chicken through the sauce and refrigerate for as long as you have time. If cooking immediately, simply coat the chicken evenly in the sauce.
  • When ready to cook, preheat the oven to 200°C / 390°F (fan-forced).
  • Place the chicken into a large oven-proof pan in a single layer, and pour over any remaining sauce. A cast iron pan works particularly well as it holds and distributes heat evenly, helping the sauce to thicken and caramelise.
  • Bake for around 20-30 minutes, or until the chicken is cooked through, the skin is dark and crisp, and the sauce has reduced and caramelised around the chicken.

Serve

  • Serve the chicken and sauce over rice with a side of salad or vegetables.

Notes

Different cut chicken

This recipe works well with chicken marylands or drumsticks. For best flavour and texture, skin-on chicken, either bone-in or bone-out, is ideal for this dish.
Skin-off chicken thighs can also be used, though you will miss out on the crispy skin.
Skin on chicken breasts is possible too, just adjust the cook time to suit the size of the breasts and ensure they don’t dry out (thigh meat is way more forgiving). 

Soy-free

Replace the tamari with coconut aminos and a good pinch sea salt.
 

My family goes crazy for this recipe, I’d love to hear how you like it too. Post a comment below and let me know!

Beef Burger Bowl

| 30 Minute Meals, Red Meat, Members only

This beef burger bowl is everything people love about a classic burger, just without the bun. It’s fast, satisfying and built around real food, making it a great option when you want something comforting but still balanced and nourishing. The crispy, caramelised beef mince gives you that burger-style satisfaction, while the fresh salad and creamy…

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Healthy Coconut Rough

| After School Snacks, No-bake Sweets, Members only

Healthy coconut rough is a simple, no-bake slice that brings together wholefood ingredients to create a delicious treat that feels indulgent but is still grounded in nourishment. It’s the kind of recipe that’s perfect to keep in the freezer for when you want something sweet after a meal or a quick energy boost without reaching…

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Peri Peri Spice Mix

| Sauces and Dressings, Members only

This peri peri spice mix is my go-to when I want big flavour without relying on bottles, additives or seed oils. It’s a delicious blend you can make in minutes and keep on hand for easy weeknight meals. I love it because you’re working with whole ingredients, full of natural goodness, and you can adjust…

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Crispy Chicken Tray Bake

| Budget Friendly, Make-ahead Meals, Chicken, Members only

This crispy chicken tray bake is one of those deeply satisfying, low-effort meals that delivers big flavour with minimal hands-on time. Everything roasts together in one pan, giving you golden chicken, caramelised vegetables and chickpeas that crisp up beautifully, making it a reliable weeknight favourite when you want something wholesome without fuss. This is a…

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Choc Banana Ice Blocks

| Ice-blocks, Members only

These choc banana ice blocks are the kind of recipe I come back to again and again because they are quick to blend, naturally sweetened and genuinely satisfying on a warm day. They have that classic chocolate and banana flavour that kids and adults love, but without any fillers or additives, and the texture is…

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Simple Asian Cabbage

| Members only, Side dishes

This Simple Asian Cabbage is one of those fast, nourishing sides that brings big flavour with very little effort. It’s a beautiful way to turn humble cabbage into something vibrant and satisfying, and it works alongside almost any protein or as part of a quick weeknight bowl. Health benefits Cabbage offers gentle, fibre-rich support for…

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Shredded Coconut Chicken

| Chicken, Members only

This Shredded Coconut Chicken recipe is one of those recipes that feels almost too simple for how delicious it turns out. Poaching the chicken in coconut milk with ginger and lime gives it a soft, silky texture and a beautiful, fresh flavour. It’s the kind of thing you can make once and use in so…

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Lemon Lime Bitters Popsicles

| Ice-blocks, Members only

If you grew up loving lemon lime bitters, you’re going to adore these Lemon Lime Bitters Popsicles. They taste just like the drink but lighter and fresher, with that lovely citrus tang and the gentle warmth of bitters. They take only a few minutes to whip up, and they’re such a fun way to cool…

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Greek Cheese Dip

| Savoury Snacks, Dips, Members only

This creamy Greek cheese dip is my take on tirokafteri – a traditional and irresistible spicy feta dip that I fell in love with on a recent trip to Greece. Best of all it comes together in a few minutes and is perfect with warm pita, crunchy veggies or spooned over grilled meats. Health benefits…

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Christmas Ham Glaze

| Pork recipes, Holidays & Entertaining, Sauces and Dressings, Members only

This simple, easy Christmas ham glaze comes together in just a few minutes and brings a beautiful balance of sweetness, spice and citrus to your festive table. It’s one I rely on every year because it delivers maximum impact with almost no effort, and it transforms any baked ham into a glossy, fragrant and truly…

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Nitrate-free Ham

| Pork recipes, Holidays & Entertaining, Members only

This nitrate-free ham is such a rewarding project if you love real food made from scratch. It’s made using a fresh leg of pork rather than a pre-smoked ham, so the final flavour sits somewhere between roast pork and a lightly salted traditional ham. A member actually requested this one, and after a fair bit…

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Quinoa Peach Rocket Salad

| Vegetarian, Members only, Salads

This Quinoa Peach Rocket Salad was inspired by one I ate when visiting my daughter in Greece. It’s definitely not a traditional Greek dish, but I loved the mix of sweet peaches, peppery rocket and creamy cheese so much that I wanted to recreate it and share it with you. It’s one of those dishes…

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Tonnato

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This creamy tonnato sauce is a beautiful Italian-inspired blend of tuna, anchovies, capers, lemon, and olive oil. It’s a simple yet luxurious condiment that instantly elevates salads, vegetables or grilled meats. It’s smooth, savoury, and bursting with umami flavour, perfect for warm-weather meals or easy entertaining. Health benefits Tonnato is rich in protein and healthy…

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Healthy Carrot Cake Muffins

| Healthy Lunchbox, Baked Sweets, Members only

These healthy carrot cake muffins are everything you love about classic carrot cake but in a simple, wholesome muffin form that’s naturally sweetened, moist, and full of warming spices. They make the perfect afternoon tea treat, lunchbox filler, or even a healthier option for celebrations when topped with the optional cream cheese yoghurt frosting. Health…

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Tofu Chickpea Salad (Creamy Miso Dressing)

| Vegetarian, Members only, Salads

This roasted veggie and tofu chickpea salad is one of those recipes that ticks all the boxes – easy to prep, packed with nutrition, and so versatile that you can enjoy it for lunch, dinner, or even as meal prep for the week ahead. With a rainbow of roasted vegetables, crispy spiced tofu and a…

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Beef Burrito Bowl

| Budget Friendly, 30 Minute Meals, Red Meat, Members only

This beef burrito bowl is one of those quick and easy dinners that everyone loves to customise at the table. With juicy Mexican-spiced beef, fluffy rice, fresh veggies, and creamy guacamole, it’s a balanced meal that’s perfect for weeknights. The best part? It’s high in protein, full of fibre, and can be prepped ahead for…

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Lime Yoghurt Flan

| Baked Sweets, Members only

This lime yoghurt flan is a light, zesty twist on a classic dessert, perfect for when you want something creamy, tangy and naturally sweetened. It’s made with simple, wholefood ingredients like yoghurt, eggs, honey and lime, and it delivers a gorgeous balance of freshness and richness. Whether you serve it chilled on a warm day…

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