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Japanese Chicken Teriyaki Rice Bowl 1770080254872 17j7
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Japanese Chicken Teriyaki Rice Bowl 1770080254872 17j7

A classic, savory-sweet Japanese comfort dish featuring tender glazed chicken served over a bed of fluffy steamed rice.

Prep Time

15 min

Cook Time

20 min

Servings

4

Ingredients

  • 1.5 lbs Boneless skinless chicken thighs, cut into bite-sized pieces
  • 0.25 cup Soy sauce
  • 0.25 cup Mirin
  • 2 tbsp Sake
  • 2 tbsp Granulated sugar
  • 1 tsp Grated fresh ginger
  • 1 clove Minced garlic
  • 1 tbsp Vegetable oil
  • 4 cups Short-grain white rice, cooked
  • 2 stalks Green onions, sliced
  • 1 tsp Toasted sesame seeds(optional)
  • 1 cup Steamed broccoli florets(optional)

Instructions

  1. 1

    In a small bowl, whisk together the soy sauce, mirin, sake, sugar, ginger, and garlic until the sugar dissolves.

  2. 2

    Heat the vegetable oil in a large skillet or wok over medium-high heat.

  3. 3

    Add the chicken pieces to the skillet and sear until golden brown and cooked through, about 8-10 minutes.

  4. 4

    Pour the teriyaki sauce mixture over the chicken in the skillet.

  5. 5

    Simmer the sauce with the chicken for 3-5 minutes, stirring constantly, until the sauce thickens into a glossy glaze.

  6. 6

    Divide the cooked rice into four serving bowls.

  7. 7

    Top each bowl with a portion of the teriyaki chicken and any remaining sauce from the pan.

  8. 8

    Garnish with sliced green onions, sesame seeds, and steamed broccoli before serving.

Nutrition Facts

Calories

540

kcal

Protein

34

g

Carbs

68

g

Fat

14

g

Fiber

2

g

Sugar

12

g

Sodium

980

mg

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