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Easy Chicken Teriyaki Bowl Recipe with Brown Rice Perfect for Quick Dinners

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A quick and easy chicken teriyaki bowl featuring juicy chicken thighs, homemade teriyaki sauce, and wholesome brown rice. Perfect for busy weeknights and customizable with your favorite veggies.

Ingredients

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  • 1 lb boneless, skinless chicken thighs (or breasts)
  • 1/3 cup low-sodium soy sauce (80 ml)
  • 3 tbsp honey or maple syrup (45 ml)
  • 1 tbsp fresh grated ginger
  • 2 cloves garlic, minced
  • 1 tbsp rice vinegar (15 ml)
  • 1 tsp sesame oil (5 ml)
  • 1 tsp cornstarch mixed with 2 tbsp water
  • 1 cup brown rice (190 g)
  • 2 cups water or low-sodium chicken broth (475 ml)
  • 1/2 tsp salt (3 g)
  • Steamed broccoli or snap peas (optional)
  • 2 stalks green onions, sliced
  • 1 tbsp toasted sesame seeds
  • Pickled ginger or sliced avocado (optional)

Instructions

  1. Rinse 1 cup brown rice under cold water until water runs clear. In a medium saucepan, combine rice with 2 cups water or low-sodium chicken broth and 1/2 tsp salt. Bring to a boil over high heat, then reduce heat to low, cover, and simmer for 40-45 minutes until tender and liquid is absorbed. Remove from heat and let sit covered for 10 minutes before fluffing with a fork.
  2. In a small bowl, whisk together 1/3 cup soy sauce, 3 tbsp honey, 1 tbsp rice vinegar, 1 tbsp grated fresh ginger, 2 minced garlic cloves, and 1 tsp sesame oil. Set aside.
  3. Heat a large non-stick skillet over medium-high heat. Add a splash of oil, then add 1 lb boneless, skinless chicken thighs cut into bite-sized pieces. Cook for 5-6 minutes per side until golden brown and cooked through.
  4. Pour the teriyaki sauce over the cooked chicken in the skillet. Stir in cornstarch mixed with water. Cook for 2-3 minutes until sauce thickens and coats the chicken, stirring occasionally.
  5. Optional: Steam broccoli or snap peas until bright green and tender-crisp, about 3-4 minutes.
  6. Assemble the bowl by spooning brown rice into a bowl, topping with teriyaki chicken, adding steamed veggies if using, and garnishing with sliced green onions and toasted sesame seeds. Add pickled ginger or sliced avocado if desired.

Notes

Rinse brown rice before cooking to remove excess starch. Use high heat to caramelize chicken but avoid overcrowding the pan. Stir constantly when adding cornstarch mixture to avoid lumps. Sauce thickness can be adjusted by cooking longer or adding water. Chicken breasts can be used but watch cooking time to avoid drying out. For gluten-free, substitute soy sauce with tamari.

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