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Teriyaki Chicken Rice Bowl

Irresistible Teriyaki Chicken Rice Bowl You Can Make Tonight

This Teriyaki Chicken Rice Bowl is a quick, delicious, and customizable meal perfect for busy weeknights.
Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 15 minutes
Total Time 25 minutes
Servings: 4 bowls
Course: Main Dishes
Cuisine: Asian
Calories: 450

Ingredients
  

For the Chicken
  • 1 pound Boneless skinless chicken breasts Cubed for even cooking
  • 1 tablespoon Olive oil For cooking chicken
For the Teriyaki Sauce
  • ½ cup Low sodium soy sauce Healthier choice
  • ½ cup Water To balance sauce
  • 2 tablespoons Light brown sugar Adds sweetness
  • 2 tablespoons Rice vinegar Brings tangy brightness
  • ½ teaspoon Sesame oil Optional for nutty aroma
  • 1 teaspoon Ground ginger Adds warmth
  • 2 teaspoons Minced garlic Infuses flavor
  • 2 tablespoons Honey For added sweetness
  • 3 teaspoons Cornstarch Thickening agent
For Garnish and Serving
  • 2 tablespoons Sesame seeds For decoration
  • 2 tablespoons Chopped green onions Adds fresh crunch
  • 2 cups Cooked rice Base for the bowl
  • 2 cups Steamed veggies Customize with your choice

Equipment

  • large skillet
  • Medium bowl
  • Whisk

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions
  1. Heat the Oil: Drizzle olive oil into a large skillet over medium-high heat and let it shimmer for about 1 minute.
  2. Brown the Chicken: Add cubed chicken in a single layer and sauté for 6-8 minutes until cooked through.
  3. Prepare the Teriyaki Sauce: Whisk together soy sauce, water, honey, brown sugar, rice vinegar, sesame oil, ginger, garlic, and cornstarch.
  4. Combine Chicken and Sauce: Pour sauce over chicken, stirring well and cooking for an additional 3-5 minutes until thickened.
  5. Serve Your Dish: Scoop rice onto plates, top with teriyaki chicken, add veggies, and garnish with sesame seeds and green onions.

Nutrition

Serving: 1bowlCalories: 450kcalCarbohydrates: 56gProtein: 30gFat: 10gSaturated Fat: 1.5gPolyunsaturated Fat: 2gMonounsaturated Fat: 6gCholesterol: 75mgSodium: 600mgPotassium: 600mgFiber: 2gSugar: 10gVitamin A: 100IUVitamin C: 30mgCalcium: 35mgIron: 2mg

Notes

For best results, cut chicken evenly to promote uniform cooking. Adjust sweetness by changing brown sugar and honey to fit your taste.

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