Teriyaki Chicken Rice Bowl (Printable)

Tender glazed chicken, rice, and veggies in a flavorful teriyaki bowl—simple, hearty, and quick to enjoy anytime.

# Components:

→ Chicken

01 - 9 ounces chicken breast, cut into bite-sized pieces
02 - 1 tablespoon vegetable oil
03 - Salt, to taste
04 - Black pepper, to taste

→ Teriyaki Sauce

05 - 3 tablespoons soy sauce
06 - 2 tablespoons mirin or sweet rice wine
07 - 2 tablespoons honey or brown sugar
08 - 1 tablespoon rice vinegar
09 - 1 garlic clove, minced
10 - 1 teaspoon fresh ginger, grated

→ To Serve

11 - 2 cups cooked white or brown rice
12 - 1 cup steamed broccoli florets
13 - 1/2 cup shredded carrot
14 - Sesame seeds, for garnish
15 - Sliced spring onions, for garnish

# Directions:

01 - In a small bowl, whisk together soy sauce, mirin, honey, rice vinegar, minced garlic, and grated ginger until thoroughly combined. Set aside.
02 - Season chicken pieces with salt and black pepper. Heat vegetable oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat. Add the chicken and sear for 4 to 5 minutes, turning to ensure even browning, until cooked through.
03 - Pour reserved teriyaki sauce over the chicken in the skillet. Simmer for 2 to 3 minutes, stirring frequently, until the sauce thickens and the chicken is evenly glazed.
04 - Distribute cooked rice into bowls. Arrange glazed chicken, steamed broccoli, and shredded carrot on top. Garnish with sesame seeds and sliced spring onions. Serve promptly.

# Expert Advice:

01 -
  • Quick to prepare for busy days
  • Balanced between sweet and savory with that beloved teriyaki flavor
  • Easily adaptable with any vegetables you have on hand
  • One bowl meal so cleanup is a breeze
02 -
  • High in protein and fiber from beans and veggies
  • Homemade teriyaki sauce is so much brighter than bottled
  • Can be meal-prepped ahead for lunches
03 -
  • Pat the chicken dry before searing to get the brownest crust
  • Toast sesame seeds briefly in a dry pan for maximum aroma
  • Always taste the teriyaki glaze before pouring if you want more sweetness or tang adjust with a splash of honey or vinegar

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