Description
If you’re in search of a delightful meal that’s both quick and satisfying, The Best Teriyaki Chicken Rice Bowl is your answer. This recipe features tender chicken thighs marinated in a flavorful sweet-savory teriyaki sauce, served over a bed of fluffy rice or quinoa. It’s perfect for busy weeknights or family gatherings, as it comes together in just 30 minutes while delivering a taste that everyone will love. You can easily customize it with your favorite vegetables or make it plant-based by swapping the chicken for tofu. Whether you’re meal prepping or simply looking to impress at dinner, this dish is sure to become a staple in your home.
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 lbs boneless, skinless chicken thighs
- 1/2 cup low sodium soy sauce
- 1/4 cup honey
- 2 tablespoons rice vinegar
- 1 tablespoon sesame oil
- 3 garlic cloves, minced
- 1 tablespoon ginger, minced
- Sesame seeds for garnish
- Sliced green onions for garnish
Instructions
- In a bowl, whisk together soy sauce, honey, rice vinegar, sesame oil, garlic, and ginger. Set aside half for later.
- Marinate chicken thighs in the remaining marinade for at least 30 minutes up to 2 hours.
- Preheat a skillet over medium-high heat and cook the marinated chicken for 5-7 minutes on each side until fully cooked (internal temperature of 165°F).
- In a saucepan, bring the reserved marinade to a simmer. Mix cornstarch with water until smooth and add to the simmering sauce. Cook until thickened.
- Slice the cooked chicken and drizzle with thickened sauce. Garnish with sesame seeds and green onions before serving over rice or quinoa.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 340
- Sugar: 15g
- Sodium: 620mg
- Fat: 10g
- Saturated Fat: 2g
- Unsaturated Fat: 7g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 32g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 30g
- Cholesterol: 110mg