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Delicious teriyaki chicken rice bowl topped with colorful vegetables

Teriyaki Chicken Rice Bowl

A delightful dish combining tender chicken with flavorful teriyaki sauce, served over a bed of rice, perfect for busy weeknights or gatherings.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 20 minutes
Total Time 30 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Dinner, Main Course
Cuisine: Asian, Japanese
Calories: 450
Ingredients Method Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Chicken and Sauce
  • 4 pieces boneless skinless chicken breasts, cubed for juicy protein
  • 1 Tbsp olive oil to sauté the chicken
  • 1/2 cup low sodium soy sauce for that umami flavor
  • 1/2 cup water helps to balance the sauce
  • 3 Tbsp packed light brown sugar adds sweetness
  • 2 Tbsp rice vinegar brings acidity and brightness
  • 1/2 tsp sesame oil optional, adds depth to the sauce
  • 1 tsp ground ginger for a spicy kick
  • 2 tsp minced garlic enhances flavor
  • 2 Tbsp honey more sweetness and stickiness
  • 3 tsp cornstarch thickens the sauce
For Garnish and Serving
  • Sesame seeds for added texture and flavor
  • Chopped green onions for added texture and flavor
  • servings Rice white or brown, your choice
  • servings Steamed veggies for nutrition and color

Method
 

Preparation
  1. Heat the olive oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat.
  2. Once hot, add the cubed chicken and cook until browned and no longer pink inside.
  3. While the chicken cooks, whisk together soy sauce, water, honey, brown sugar, rice vinegar, sesame oil, ginger, garlic, and cornstarch in a medium bowl to create your teriyaki sauce.
Cooking
  1. After the chicken is fully cooked, pour the teriyaki sauce into the skillet.
  2. Stir the mixture continuously until the sauce thickens, about 3 to 5 minutes.
  3. Serve the teriyaki chicken over a bed of rice and alongside your choice of steamed vegetables.
  4. Garnish with sesame seeds and chopped green onions for extra flair.

Notes

For ideal results, cut the chicken into uniform cubes, taste the sauce before adding, and avoid overcrowding the skillet.