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Quick Teriyaki Chicken Bowls Recipe Easy Homemade Meal in 15 Minutes

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A fast and flavorful teriyaki chicken bowl recipe ready in just 15 minutes, perfect for busy weeknights and made with simple pantry staples.

Ingredients

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  • 1 lb (450 g) boneless, skinless chicken breasts or thighs, thinly sliced
  • 1/4 cup (60 ml) soy sauce (low-sodium preferred)
  • 2 tbsp (30 ml) honey or maple syrup
  • 1 tbsp (15 ml) rice vinegar
  • 1 garlic clove, minced
  • 1 tsp (5 ml) freshly grated ginger (optional)
  • 1 tsp (3 g) cornstarch
  • 2 tbsp (30 ml) water
  • 2 cups (370 g) cooked jasmine or basmati rice
  • 1 medium carrot, julienned or shredded
  • 1 cup (70 g) steamed broccoli florets or snap peas
  • 2 green onions, thinly sliced
  • Sesame seeds (optional)
  • Optional add-ins: red pepper flakes, sriracha or chili garlic sauce

Instructions

  1. Cook 2 cups of rice according to package instructions (about 15 minutes).
  2. In a small bowl, whisk together soy sauce, honey, rice vinegar, minced garlic, and grated ginger.
  3. In a separate small cup, mix cornstarch with water until smooth and set aside.
  4. Thinly slice chicken breasts or thighs and season lightly with salt and pepper if desired.
  5. Heat a non-stick skillet over medium-high heat with a drizzle of oil. Add chicken in a single layer and cook for 4-5 minutes, flipping occasionally until golden and cooked through.
  6. Pour the sauce mixture into the pan with the chicken. Stir well, then gradually add the cornstarch slurry while stirring constantly until the sauce thickens and coats the chicken (1-2 minutes).
  7. Steam broccoli or snap peas until bright green and tender-crisp (3-4 minutes). Julienne or shred the carrot.
  8. Assemble bowls by spooning cooked rice into bowls, topping with teriyaki chicken, steamed veggies, and raw carrot.
  9. Garnish with sliced green onions and sesame seeds. Add red pepper flakes or sriracha if desired.

Notes

Do not overcrowd the pan when cooking chicken to avoid steaming. Whisk cornstarch with cold water before adding to sauce to prevent lumps. Fresh garlic and ginger enhance flavor. If sauce is too thick, add water; if too thin, cook longer to reduce. Sauce can be prepared a day ahead and refrigerated.

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