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Teriyaki Chicken Rice Bowl

Savory Teriyaki Chicken Rice Bowl for Quick Family Dinners

Savor a comforting Teriyaki Chicken Rice Bowl, quick to prepare and family-friendly.
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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 pound boneless, skinless chicken breasts cubed
  • 2 tablespoons olive oil or substitute with canola or vegetable oil
For the Teriyaki Sauce
  • 1/4 cup low sodium soy sauce or tamari for gluten-free
  • 1/4 cup water adjust for desired consistency
  • 2 tablespoons brown sugar or honey/maple syrup as alternatives
  • 2 tablespoons rice vinegar or apple cider vinegar
  • 1 tablespoon sesame oil optional
  • 1 teaspoon ground ginger or use fresh for a robust flavor
  • 2 cloves minced garlic fresh is best
  • 1 teaspoon cornstarch or arrowroot powder for thickening
For Serving
  • 2 cups cooked rice white or brown
  • sesame seeds for garnish, optional
  • green onions chopped, for garnish, optional
  • steamed veggies such as broccoli, bell peppers, or carrots

Equipment

  • large skillet
  • Mixing Bowl

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions
  1. In a large skillet, heat olive oil over medium-high heat and cook cubed chicken until browned and cooked through, about 5–7 minutes.
  2. Whisk together soy sauce, water, brown sugar, rice vinegar, sesame oil (if using), ginger, garlic, and cornstarch in a bowl to create the teriyaki sauce.
  3. Pour the teriyaki sauce over cooked chicken in the skillet, stirring gently and cook for another 2–3 minutes until sauce thickens slightly.
  4. Prepare rice according to package instructions. Once the teriyaki chicken is ready, spoon it generously over the warm rice.
  5. Garnish with sesame seeds and green onions as desired and serve with steamed vegetables on the side.

Nutrition

Serving: 1bowlCalories: 450kcalCarbohydrates: 55gProtein: 30gFat: 15gSaturated Fat: 2gPolyunsaturated Fat: 2gMonounsaturated Fat: 10gCholesterol: 70mgSodium: 800mgPotassium: 600mgFiber: 2gSugar: 8gVitamin A: 500IUVitamin C: 15mgCalcium: 30mgIron: 2mg

Notes

Leftovers can be stored in separate containers for up to 3 days; reheat in microwave or stovetop.

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