Description
Savor the delightful harmony of sweet and savory with this easy Teriyaki Chicken Bowl. Tender pieces of chicken are marinated in a rich homemade teriyaki sauce and cooked to perfection, then served over fluffy jasmine rice. Loaded with vibrant fresh vegetables, this dish is visually appealing and packed with flavor. Perfect for a quick weeknight dinner or an impressive meal for guests, the customizable ingredients make it ideal for meal prep or family gatherings. Dive into this delicious bowl of goodness—you won’t be disappointed!
Ingredients
- 1 pound boneless, skinless chicken breasts (cut into bite-sized pieces)
- 2–3 cloves garlic (minced)
- 1 inch piece fresh ginger (grated)
- 1/4 cup low-sodium soy sauce
- 1/4 cup brown sugar
- 1 tablespoon sesame oil
- 2 cups cooked jasmine rice
- Sliced green onions (for garnish)
Instructions
- In a medium bowl, combine soy sauce, brown sugar, minced garlic, grated ginger, and sesame oil to create the marinade.
- Add the chicken pieces to the marinade and let them soak for at least 15 minutes at room temperature or up to an hour in the refrigerator.
- Heat a large skillet over medium-high heat and add marinated chicken along with half of the marinade. Cook for about 5-7 minutes until fully cooked through and slightly caramelized.
- If desired, add your choice of vegetables during the last few minutes of cooking for added nutrition and color.
- Prepare jasmine rice according to package instructions while cooking the chicken.
- Serve rice in bowls topped with teriyaki chicken and garnish with sliced green onions.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Stir-frying
- Cuisine: Asian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 bowl (about 350g)
- Calories: 450
- Sugar: 14g
- Sodium: 900mg
- Fat: 12g
- Saturated Fat: 2g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 55g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 30g
- Cholesterol: 75mg
Keywords: For extra crunch and flavor, consider adding sesame seeds on top before serving. Feel free to customize vegetables based on what's in season or your personal favorites—bell peppers, broccoli, or snap peas work well. This recipe is great for meal prep; just store components separately in airtight containers.