Japanese Teriyaki Chicken Rice Bowl Sesamefree 1771028723035 Rdza
A classic Japanese comfort dish featuring tender chicken glazed in a savory-sweet homemade sauce over fluffy white rice, prepared entirely without sesame products.

Total
35 min
Prep
15 min
Cook
20 min
Serves
4
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Recipe serves 4
Ingredients
- 1.5 lbs Boneless skinless chicken thighs, cubed
- 2 cups Short-grain Japanese white rice
- 0.5 cup Soy sauce (ensure sesame-free facility)
- 0.25 cup Mirin (Japanese sweet rice wine)
- 3 tablespoons Granulated sugar
- 1 teaspoon Fresh ginger, grated
- 2 cloves Garlic, minced
- 1 tablespoon Vegetable oil (canola or sunflower)
- 2 stalks Green onions, sliced
- 1 teaspoon Cornstarch
- 1 tablespoon Water
Instructions
- 1
Rinse the rice under cold water until the water runs clear, then cook according to package instructions or in a rice cooker.
- 2
In a small bowl, whisk together the soy sauce, mirin, sugar, grated ginger, and minced garlic to create the teriyaki base.
- 3
Heat the vegetable oil in a large skillet or wok over medium-high heat.
- 4
Add the chicken thighs to the skillet and sear until golden brown and cooked through, approximately 8-10 minutes.
- 5
Pour the teriyaki sauce mixture over the chicken and bring to a gentle simmer for 3 minutes.
- 6
Mix the cornstarch and water in a small cup to create a slurry, then stir it into the pan to thicken the sauce.
- 7
Toss the chicken continuously for 1 minute until the glaze is thick, glossy, and coats every piece.
- 8
Divide the cooked rice into four bowls, top with the teriyaki chicken, and garnish with fresh green onions.
Nutrition per serving
Calories
540
27% of a 2,000 kcal day
| Protein | 34 g |
| Carbohydrate | 72 g |
| Fat | 11 g |
| Fiber | 1 g |
| Sugar | 14 g |
| Sodium | 1150 mg |
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