Description
A flavorful Teriyaki Chicken Bowl loaded with juicy chicken, sticky-sweet glaze, and vibrant veggies served over fluffy rice. This quick and easy Japanese-inspired meal is perfect for busy weeknights and delivers restaurant-worthy flavor in every bite.
Ingredients
1 lb boneless, skinless chicken thighs (or breasts), cut into bite-size pieces
1 tbsp vegetable oil
1/3 cup soy sauce
1/4 cup honey
2 tbsp brown sugar
2 tbsp rice vinegar
2 cloves garlic, minced
1 tsp grated fresh ginger
1 tbsp cornstarch + 2 tbsp water (slurry)
2 cups cooked white or brown rice
1 cup steamed broccoli
1/2 cup shredded carrots
1/2 cup edamame (optional)
Sesame seeds and green onions for garnish
Instructions
1. In a small bowl, whisk together soy sauce, honey, brown sugar, rice vinegar, garlic, and ginger.
2. Heat oil in a large skillet over medium heat.
3. Add chicken and cook until browned and cooked through, about 6–8 minutes.
4. Pour teriyaki sauce mixture into the skillet and bring to a simmer.
5. Stir in cornstarch slurry and cook until sauce thickens and coats the chicken.
6. Assemble bowls by layering rice, chicken, and vegetables.
7. Drizzle with extra sauce and garnish with sesame seeds and green onions.
Notes
For a healthier option, use low-sodium soy sauce or substitute coconut aminos.
Add pineapple chunks for a tropical twist.
Great for meal prep — keeps well in the fridge for up to 4 days.
- Prep Time: 10 mins
- Cook Time: 20 mins
- Category: Dinner
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: Japanese-Inspired
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 bowl
- Calories: 520
- Sugar: 20g
- Sodium: 890mg
- Fat: 18g
- Saturated Fat: 4g
- Unsaturated Fat: 13g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 52g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 36g
- Cholesterol: 95mg
Keywords: teriyaki chicken bowl, japanese chicken, easy dinner, rice bowl, weeknight meal, meal prep