Easy Chicken Teriyaki Bowls

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Enjoy tender chicken pieces cooked in a luscious sweet-savory teriyaki glaze paired with fluffy jasmine rice and crisp vegetables like broccoli and julienned carrots. This dish comes together quickly, with a simple sauce made from soy, honey, garlic, and ginger, thickened to coat every bite. Garnished with toasted sesame seeds and spring onions, it offers a harmonious balance of flavors and textures, perfect for a satisfying Japanese-inspired main course.

Updated on Sat, 13 Dec 2025 10:58:00 GMT
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Tender chicken glazed in a sweet-savory teriyaki sauce, served over fluffy rice with crisp vegetables for a quick and delicious meal.

I love how this recipe combines tender chicken with fresh vegetables for a nutritious and satisfying meal that my family always enjoys.

Ingredients

  • Chicken: 500 g (1.1 lbs) boneless, skinless chicken breasts or thighs, cut into bite-sized pieces
  • Teriyaki Sauce: 60 ml (1/4 cup) low-sodium soy sauce, 60 ml (1/4 cup) water, 2 tbsp honey or brown sugar, 1 tbsp rice vinegar, 2 cloves garlic, minced, 2 tsp fresh ginger, grated, 2 tsp cornstarch, 2 tsp water (for slurry)
  • Bowl Components: 250 g (1 1/4 cups) uncooked jasmine or sushi rice, 150 g (1 cup) carrot, julienned or thinly sliced, 150 g (1 cup) broccoli florets, 1 tbsp vegetable oil
  • Garnishes: 2 tbsp toasted sesame seeds, 2 spring onions, thinly sliced

Instructions

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Step 1:
Cook the rice according to package instructions.
Step 2:
While rice cooks, whisk together soy sauce, 60 ml water, honey, rice vinegar, garlic, and ginger in a small bowl.
Step 3:
Heat oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat. Add chicken pieces and cook for 4 5 minutes, stirring until golden and cooked through.
Step 4:
Add carrots and broccoli to the skillet and stir-fry for 2 3 minutes until just tender.
Step 5:
Pour the teriyaki sauce over the chicken and vegetables. Stir well and let simmer for 1 minute.
Step 6:
In a small bowl, mix cornstarch with 2 tsp water to create a slurry. Add to the skillet, cooking 1 2 minutes until the sauce thickens and coats the chicken and veggies.
Step 7:
Fluff the cooked rice and divide among bowls. Top each with chicken teriyaki and vegetables.
Step 8:
Garnish with sesame seeds and spring onions. Serve immediately.
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This dish always brings everyone together around the dinner table for a warm family meal.

Required Tools

Large skillet or wok, rice cooker or saucepan, cutting board and knife, small bowls for mixing

Allergen Information

Contains soy (soy sauce) may contain gluten (check soy sauce) sesame (garnish) double-check ingredient labels if you have allergies

Nutritional Information

Calories 430 total fat 7 g carbohydrates 62 g protein 29 g per serving

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This easy chicken teriyaki bowl makes a perfect weeknight dinner that never disappoints.

Recipe FAQs

Can I use chicken thighs instead of breasts?

Absolutely. Chicken thighs remain tender and juicy when cooked, making them a great alternative to breasts in this dish.

What rice type works best for this bowl?

Jasmine or sushi rice is ideal for its fluffy texture, which complements the savory glaze and crisp vegetables.

How can I make the sauce thicker?

The recipe uses a cornstarch slurry to thicken the teriyaki sauce; slowly add it while simmering until the desired consistency is reached.

Are there vegetarian alternatives for this dish?

Yes, tofu can replace chicken, paired with brown sugar instead of honey to keep it plant-based and flavorful.

What vegetables can I add for extra color and crunch?

Bell peppers or snap peas are excellent choices to enhance both the visual appeal and texture.

Easy Chicken Teriyaki Bowls

Tender chicken in teriyaki glaze served over rice with crisp vegetables for a fast, tasty meal.

Prep Time
10 mins
Time to Cook
10 mins
Complete Time
20 mins
Recipe by Victoria Thompson


Skill Level Easy

Cuisine Japanese-Inspired

Makes 4 Portions

Diet Details No Dairy

What You'll Need

Chicken

01 1.1 lbs boneless, skinless chicken breasts or thighs, cut into bite-sized pieces

Teriyaki Sauce

01 1/4 cup low-sodium soy sauce
02 1/4 cup water
03 2 tbsp honey or brown sugar
04 1 tbsp rice vinegar
05 2 cloves garlic, minced
06 2 tsp fresh ginger, grated
07 2 tsp cornstarch
08 2 tsp water (for slurry)

Bowl Components

01 1 1/4 cups uncooked jasmine or sushi rice
02 1 cup carrot, julienned or thinly sliced
03 1 cup broccoli florets
04 1 tbsp vegetable oil

Garnishes

01 2 tbsp toasted sesame seeds
02 2 spring onions, thinly sliced

Directions

Step 01

Cook Rice: Prepare the jasmine or sushi rice according to package directions until tender and fluffy.

Step 02

Prepare Teriyaki Sauce: Combine soy sauce, 1/4 cup water, honey, rice vinegar, minced garlic, and grated ginger in a small bowl; whisk until blended.

Step 03

Cook Chicken: Heat vegetable oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat. Add chicken pieces and cook for 4 to 5 minutes, stirring occasionally, until golden and fully cooked.

Step 04

Add Vegetables: Incorporate carrots and broccoli florets into the skillet and stir-fry for 2 to 3 minutes until they begin to soften but remain crisp.

Step 05

Combine Sauce and Ingredients: Pour the prepared teriyaki sauce over the chicken and vegetables. Stir to coat evenly, then allow to simmer for 1 minute.

Step 06

Thicken Sauce: Mix cornstarch with 2 teaspoons of water to create a slurry. Add this mixture to the skillet and cook for 1 to 2 minutes until the sauce thickens and clings to the chicken and vegetables.

Step 07

Assemble Bowls: Fluff the cooked rice and distribute evenly among serving bowls. Top each bowl with the teriyaki chicken and vegetable mixture.

Step 08

Add Garnishes and Serve: Sprinkle toasted sesame seeds and sliced spring onions over each bowl. Serve immediately.

Gear Needed

  • Large skillet or wok
  • Rice cooker or saucepan
  • Cutting board and knife
  • Small bowls for mixing

Allergy Notes

Review every ingredient for allergens and talk to your doctor if unsure.
  • Contains soy from soy sauce.
  • May contain gluten depending on soy sauce used.
  • Contains sesame seeds in garnish.
  • Check ingredient labels carefully for allergy concerns.

Nutrition Details (per portion)

Offered for reference only—please check with a healthcare professional for diet advice.
  • Energy: 430
  • Fats: 7 grams
  • Carbohydrates: 62 grams
  • Proteins: 29 grams