Description
Indulge in the delightful flavors of this Teriyaki Chicken Rice Bowl, where tender chicken thighs are marinated in a rich teriyaki sauce and paired with fluffy jasmine rice and vibrant vegetables. This quick and easy recipe is perfect for weeknight dinners or impressing guests without the fuss. Enjoy a satisfying meal that brings warmth and joy to your dinner table!
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 lb boneless, skinless chicken thighs
- 2 cups cooked jasmine rice
- 1/3 cup low-sodium soy sauce
- 3 tbsp brown sugar
- 1 tbsp fresh ginger, grated
- 4 garlic cloves, minced
- 2 green onions, sliced (for garnish)
- 1 tbsp sesame seeds (for garnish)
Instructions
- Prepare the ingredients by chopping green onions and mincing garlic and ginger.
- Marinate the chicken by mixing soy sauce, brown sugar, minced garlic, and grated ginger in a bowl. Coat the chicken thighs well and marinate for at least 30 minutes.
- Cook the chicken by heating a skillet over medium-high heat with a splash of oil. Sear the marinated chicken thighs for about 5 minutes per side until golden brown.
- Make the sauce by removing the chicken from the skillet, then pouring in any remaining marinade. Simmer until slightly thickened.
- Slice the rested chicken into bite-sized pieces and serve over jasmine rice. Drizzle with sauce and garnish with green onions and sesame seeds.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Searing
- Cuisine: Asian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 bowl (approximately 400g)
- Calories: 530
- Sugar: 10g
- Sodium: 900mg
- Fat: 22g
- Saturated Fat: 5g
- Unsaturated Fat: 15g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 60g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 30g
- Cholesterol: 120mg