Teriyaki Chicken Bowl (Printable Version)

Tender chicken in sweet and savory teriyaki glaze over rice with crisp vegetables

# What You'll Need:

→ Chicken

01 - 1.1 lb boneless, skinless chicken thighs or breasts, cut into bite-size pieces
02 - 1 tbsp vegetable oil
03 - Pinch of salt
04 - Pinch of black pepper

→ Teriyaki Sauce

05 - 1/3 cup soy sauce
06 - 1/4 cup mirin
07 - 2 tbsp honey or brown sugar
08 - 1 tbsp rice vinegar
09 - 2 cloves garlic, minced
10 - 1 tsp fresh ginger, grated
11 - 1 tsp cornstarch mixed with 2 tsp water

→ Vegetables

12 - 1 medium carrot, julienned
13 - 1 red bell pepper, sliced
14 - 3.5 oz broccoli florets
15 - 3.5 oz sugar snap peas
16 - 1 tbsp vegetable oil

→ Base and Garnish

17 - 3 cups cooked white or brown rice
18 - 2 tbsp sesame seeds
19 - 2 spring onions, thinly sliced

# How to Prepare:

01 - Cook rice according to package instructions and keep warm until serving.
02 - Combine soy sauce, mirin, honey or brown sugar, rice vinegar, garlic, and ginger in a small saucepan. Bring to a simmer over medium heat. Stir in the cornstarch slurry and cook, stirring constantly, until thickened, about 1-2 minutes. Remove from heat and set aside.
03 - Heat 1 tablespoon vegetable oil in a large skillet or wok over medium-high heat. Season chicken pieces with salt and pepper. Add chicken to the skillet and cook until golden brown and cooked through, about 5-6 minutes. Remove from pan and set aside.
04 - In the same skillet, add the remaining 1 tablespoon vegetable oil. Add carrots, bell pepper, broccoli, and sugar snap peas. Stir-fry for 3-4 minutes until vegetables are just tender but still crisp.
05 - Return the cooked chicken to the skillet. Pour the teriyaki sauce over the chicken and vegetables. Toss everything together to coat evenly and heat through for 1-2 minutes.
06 - Divide the warm rice among four bowls. Top with the teriyaki chicken and vegetable mixture. Garnish with sesame seeds and sliced spring onions. Serve immediately.

# Expert Suggestions:

01 -
  • The homemade teriyaki sauce puts those store-bought bottles to shame and comes together in minutes
  • Everything cooks in one skillet, meaning less cleanup and more time to actually enjoy your meal
  • The colorful vegetables make each bowl feel vibrant and fresh while the sauce ties it all together perfectly
02 -
  • The sauce will continue thickening as it cools, so remove it from heat when it looks slightly thinner than your desired consistency
  • Work quickly once you add the sauce to the pan, it can go from glossy to sticky if it sits too long over high heat
  • If your sauce becomes too thick, stir in a teaspoon of water to loosen it back up
03 -
  • Cut all your vegetables before you start cooking, once the heat is on everything moves fast
  • Prep your cornstarch slurry before you start the sauce so you can add it without scrambling
  • Let the pan get properly hot before adding the chicken, that sizzle is what creates the golden exterior
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