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Teriyaki Chicken Rice Bowl

Savory Teriyaki Chicken Rice Bowl: Quick Homemade Delight

Delight your taste buds with this quick and healthy Teriyaki Chicken Rice Bowl, perfect for busy weeknights.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 20 minutes
Total Time 30 minutes
Servings: 4 bowls
Course: Dinner
Cuisine: Japanese
Calories: 450
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Chicken
  • 1 lb boneless skinless chicken breasts Substitute with thighs for extra juiciness
  • 1 tbsp olive oil Vegetable oil works if you prefer
For the Teriyaki Sauce
  • 1/4 cup low sodium soy sauce Tamari is a gluten-free alternative
  • 2 tbsp water No substitution necessary
  • 2 tbsp light brown sugar Honey or coconut sugar are good swaps
  • 1 tbsp rice vinegar Use apple cider vinegar if needed
  • 1 tsp sesame oil Optional; omit if not on hand
  • 1/2 tsp ground ginger Fresh ginger can intensify the flavor
  • 2 cloves minced garlic Substituting garlic powder is an option
  • 1 tbsp honey Maple syrup is a great vegan option
  • 1 tbsp cornstarch Arrowroot powder can be a substitute
For Serving
  • 2 cups rice White or brown rice is great or consider quinoa
  • 2 cups steamed veggies Fresh or frozen options like broccoli or carrots
  • 1 tbsp sesame seeds Garnish for extra flavor
  • 2 stalks green onions Garnish for texture

Equipment

  • Large Skillet
  • Mixing bowl
  • rice cooker or pot

Method
 

Cooking Instructions
  1. Heat 1 tablespoon of olive oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat until shimmering.
  2. Add cubed chicken, spreading evenly. Cook for 5-7 minutes until golden brown and cooked through.
  3. In a mixing bowl, whisk together soy sauce, water, light brown sugar, rice vinegar, sesame oil, ground ginger, minced garlic, and cornstarch.
  4. Pour the teriyaki sauce into the skillet with cooked chicken. Stir well and cook for another 3-5 minutes until sauce thickens.
  5. Cook rice according to package instructions and steam desired veggies until tender.
  6. To assemble, spoon rice into a bowl, top with chicken and teriyaki sauce, and arrange steamed veggies on the side. Garnish with sesame seeds and green onions.

Nutrition

Serving: 1bowlCalories: 450kcalCarbohydrates: 50gProtein: 30gFat: 15gSaturated Fat: 3gPolyunsaturated Fat: 2gMonounsaturated Fat: 10gCholesterol: 70mgSodium: 800mgPotassium: 600mgFiber: 3gSugar: 10gVitamin A: 200IUVitamin C: 30mgCalcium: 20mgIron: 2mg

Notes

Allow the chicken to rest to lock in juices and customize sauce sweetness to preference.

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