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Flavorful Teriyaki Chicken Bowl Recipe Easy Homemade Sticky Rice Meal

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A quick and comforting teriyaki chicken bowl with perfectly sticky rice and a rich, balanced homemade sauce. Ideal for weeknight dinners, this recipe delivers tender chicken glazed in a flavorful teriyaki sauce paired with fluffy sticky rice.

Ingredients

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  • 1 lb boneless, skinless chicken thighs or breasts
  • 1/4 cup soy sauce
  • 2 tbsp mirin
  • 2 tbsp brown sugar
  • 1 tsp fresh grated ginger
  • 2 cloves garlic, minced
  • 1 tsp sesame oil (optional)
  • 1 cup short-grain or sushi rice
  • 1 1/4 cups water
  • 1 tsp rice vinegar (optional)
  • Green onions, thinly sliced (for garnish)
  • Toasted sesame seeds (for garnish)
  • Steamed or sautéed veggies (e.g., broccoli, snap peas, carrots) – optional
  • Pickled ginger or sliced cucumber – optional

Instructions

  1. Rinse 1 cup (190 g) of short-grain rice under cold water until the water runs clear. Drain well.
  2. Combine rice with 1 1/4 cups (300 ml) of water in a saucepan. Let soak for 30 minutes if possible.
  3. Bring rice and water to a boil over medium-high heat, then reduce to low, cover tightly, and simmer for 15 minutes without lifting the lid.
  4. Turn off heat and let rice steam for another 10 minutes. Fluff gently with a fork and optionally stir in 1 tsp rice vinegar.
  5. In a bowl, whisk together 1/4 cup soy sauce, 2 tbsp mirin, 2 tbsp brown sugar, 1 tsp sesame oil, 1 tsp grated ginger, and 2 minced garlic cloves.
  6. Cut chicken into bite-size strips and toss with half of the teriyaki sauce. Marinate for 10-15 minutes.
  7. Heat a non-stick skillet over medium-high heat with a drizzle of oil. Cook chicken pieces 3-4 minutes per side until golden and cooked through. Remove from pan and set aside.
  8. Pour reserved marinade into the skillet, bring to a simmer and cook 2-3 minutes until thickened and glossy. Toss chicken back in to coat evenly.
  9. While chicken cooks, steam or sauté veggies until just tender, if using.
  10. Assemble bowls by spooning sticky rice, topping with teriyaki chicken, veggies, and garnishing with green onions and toasted sesame seeds. Add pickled ginger or cucumber slices if desired.

Notes

Rinsing and soaking the rice before cooking is key for perfect sticky rice texture. Use chicken thighs for juicier meat; breasts require careful cooking to avoid drying out. Simmer leftover marinade to make a glossy glaze. If sauce thickens too much, add a splash of water to loosen. Rice cooker simplifies sticky rice preparation but a tight-fitting pot works well too. For gluten-free, substitute soy sauce with tamari or coconut aminos. Vegan option: use firm tofu marinated and cooked the same way.

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Keywords: teriyaki chicken, sticky rice, homemade teriyaki sauce, easy dinner, weeknight meal, Asian bowl, chicken recipe, quick teriyaki

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