The Best Teriyaki Chicken Rice Bowl
A flavorful and easy-to-make rice bowl featuring tender chicken in a savory teriyaki sauce, perfect for a quick weeknight dinner.
Ingredients
Protein
- 1 lb boneless skinless chicken thighs
Grains
- 1 cup jasmine rice
Liquid
- 2 cups water or chicken broth
Sauces & Condiments
- ¼ cup soy sauce
- ¼ cup mirin
- 2 tablespoons brown sugar
- 1 tablespoon sesame oil
- 2 cloves garlic minced
- 1 inch ginger grated
- 1 tablespoon cornstarch mixed with water
Garnishes
- 2 green onions sliced
- 1 tablespoon sesame seeds
Optional
- steamed broccoli or bok choy optional
Instructions
- Cook rice in water or broth for 15 minutes.
- Mix soy sauce, mirin, brown sugar, sesame oil, garlic, and ginger; marinate chicken for 30 minutes.
- Cook chicken in a skillet 5-7 minutes per side until done, then rest and slice.
- Assemble bowls with rice, chicken, and drizzle with reserved marinade; garnish with green onions and sesame seeds.
Notes
Use fresh ginger for best flavor and marinate chicken for at least 30 minutes for tender results.